ARGO HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 3089 N LIMA ST. SUITE 105
BURBANK, CA 91504 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 9, 2017
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
13
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what ARGO HOSPICE, INC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ARGO HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 34th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
12
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day10.9 min
Ranks better than about 34% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends13.1%
Ranks better than about 84% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life83.3%
Ranks better than about 18% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits41.2%
Ranks better than about 65% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care0%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months44.8%
Ranks better than about 28% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care10.3%
Ranks better than about 34% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)67th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$26,898 · 86th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 6 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 78.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment78.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed84.4%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ARGO HOSPICE, INC in Burbank
ARGO HOSPICE, INC provides end of life care for patients in Burbank, California. They offer services to support families during a difficult time. This provider holds accreditation from the Joint Commission to ensure they meet high safety standards. It is a for-profit hospice that has served the community since 2017. Their team works to provide comfort and dignity for every person they serve. They focus on quality care in the Los Angeles County area. You can reach their office on N Lima St to discuss your specific needs.
About ARGO HOSPICE, INC
This is a for-profit hospice agency that has been Medicare certified for several years. That is a long time to serve the local community. They earned accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group acts as an independent judge of healthcare quality. They check if a hospice follows strict rules for patient safety and care. It means an outside team reviewed their work and gave them a passing grade. Most families find this extra layer of oversight very comforting when making big decisions. You deserve to know that your loved one is in good hands. The agency maintains a small, focused team to manage their daily operations. Being a smaller provider often allows for more personal attention to each patient and their unique home situation.
Top Quality Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in BURBANK
Hospice care is about living well for as long as possible. In Burbank, you have access to providers who bring the care directly to your home. The team at this agency includes two registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also have two physicians on staff to help guide medical decisions. One volunteer also works with the team to provide extra companionship for patients. That is a lean, professional group of thirteen people total. Most people do not realize that hospice is not just for the final days. It is about managing pain and symptoms so you can focus on time with family. You should ask about their specific response times if a crisis happens at night. Getting answers early helps everyone feel more at ease during the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right team is a big task. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to any agency you interview. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem arises. It is also wise to ask how they handle pain management on weekends. You might want to know how the staff will keep you informed about your loved one's health changes. Ask them how they help families cope with the emotional side of this journey. Do they have someone who can visit to talk when things get hard? You are the expert on your loved one. Make sure the hospice team listens to your concerns and values your input every single day. Trust your gut feeling after you speak with them.
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