CALM CARE HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 21405 DEVONSHIRE ST. SUITE 223
CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 23, 2021
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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) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
3
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 CALM CARE 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CALM CARE HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
11.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 45th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
16
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 day11.8 min
Ranks better than about 45% 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 weekends40%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 life96.3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 visits25%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 care3.8%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 months69.2%
Ranks better than about 3% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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)79th 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$29,612 · 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 6 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 78% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment84.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed78%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia56%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Calm Care Hospice, Inc
Calm Care Hospice, Inc serves the Chatsworth area from its office on Devonshire Street. This freestanding hospice provider has been certified by Medicare since early 2021. They provide end of life support to families throughout Los Angeles County. The team holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This group checks that hospice agencies meet high standards for patient safety and care quality. Getting this badge means an outside group looked closely at their daily work. It is a sign of dedication to good care practices. The office operates as a for-profit entity. They focus on meeting the needs of local patients. Families should know that this provider maintains strong quality marks based on recent federal data. Choosing the right support for your loved one is a major decision for any family. Learning about their certifications helps you understand how they manage their daily clinical operations.
Provider Details
This agency is a for-profit organization that started its Medicare journey in March of 2021. They earned accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This is a big step for a small team. Accreditation requires a provider to follow strict rules for patient care and record keeping. It shows the agency wants to go above the minimum requirements set by the government. The team is lean, consisting of three employees in total. This count includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They do not currently use volunteers for their patient support services. Understanding this structure helps you see how they deliver care. A smaller team can sometimes offer more direct communication with the primary nurse. You should ask how they handle after-hours needs given their current staff size. Their focus remains on providing steady care to those in their service area.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Chatsworth?
Hospice care in this part of Los Angeles focuses on comfort during a serious illness. Providers in Chatsworth work to manage pain and improve daily life for the patient. You can expect a team to visit the patient wherever they call home. This might be a private house or a care facility. The team usually includes nurses and doctors who specialize in symptom relief. Calm Care Hospice, Inc operates with a small staff to provide this support. They rely on their nursing team to coordinate care plans with the patient and their family. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. This means managing medications and offering emotional support. Most families find that having a dedicated nurse helps them feel more secure. You should talk with the agency about how they coordinate care visits throughout the week. Good communication is the foundation of any helpful hospice experience.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit for your family takes time. Start by asking about their staff availability. You want to know how they handle emergencies in the middle of the night. Ask if they have a nurse on call twenty-four hours a day. It is also wise to ask about their specific experience with your loved one's diagnosis. Does their team have special training for that condition? Another good question involves their visit schedule. Ask how often a nurse will stop by the home. You should also ask how they communicate changes in the care plan to family members. Do they use a digital portal or phone calls? Finally, ask about their backup plans if a staff member is sick. You deserve to know that help will arrive when you need it most. Write these questions down before you call them. This keeps your conversation focused and productive.
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