ZIRRA HOSPICE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 7321 ATOLL AVE. SUITE 103
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 24, 2022
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
1
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 ZIRRA HOSPICE CARE, 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ZIRRA HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
6.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 4th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
19
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 day6.8 min
Ranks better than about 4% 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 weekends8.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 life71.4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 visits100%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 care5.9%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 months35.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 care2%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 hospice5.9%
Ranks better than about 7% 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)52nd 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$30,029 · 91st 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 92.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment96.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed92.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia23%
- Heart and circulatory disease61%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Zirra Hospice Care, Inc
Zirra Hospice Care, Inc serves families in North Hollywood, California. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider under for-profit ownership. Medicare certified since May 2022, they hold accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This organization offers care to patients in Los Angeles County from their office on Atoll Avenue. They focus on providing support for those who need end of life services in their own homes. The team works to follow standards set by health regulators in California. Their mission is to provide care that meets the needs of their community members.
About Zirra Hospice Care, Inc
Zirra Hospice Care, Inc is a for-profit provider. This means they are a private business. They have been Medicare certified for about two years. Their CHAP accreditation shows they met extra standards for quality and safety. This group visits hospice agencies to check their work. They look at how staff cares for patients and how they keep records. It is a sign that the agency wants to meet high marks. Families should know that accreditation is voluntary. It shows the agency wants to do more than the bare minimum. You can look at their record to see how they perform. The team aims to offer consistent care to everyone they serve. They keep their focus on patient comfort. That is their main goal.
What Is Hospice Care Like in North Hollywood?
Hospice care in North Hollywood helps people manage symptoms when a cure is no longer the goal. Agencies here provide doctors, nurses, and aides to help at home. Zirra Hospice Care, Inc lists one registered nurse on their staff. They do not report any volunteers or licensed practical nurses at this time. This small team size means they provide a very focused approach to care. Most hospice teams in this area coordinate with your own doctor. They visit you to manage pain and provide emotional support. The goal is to keep you comfortable in your own space. You can expect them to bring supplies and medicine to your door. It is a team effort. They rely on the nurse to guide the daily care plan.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision. You need facts to make the right choice for your loved one. Start by asking how many nurses will visit your home each week. Ask how the team handles pain medication changes at night or on weekends. It helps to know who you will talk to when you have an emergency. Ask them how they handle requests for extra visits. You should also ask about their experience with your specific health needs. Does the team have a nurse available to visit quickly? Do they offer support for family members who are grieving? Get these answers in writing before you sign any forms. Good care relies on clear communication. A simple conversation can clear up many worries.
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