A TO Z HOSPICE, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 212 N GLENDALE AVE
GLENDALE, CA 91206 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 26, 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) | 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 A TO Z 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how A TO Z HOSPICE, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
11.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 42nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
11
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 day11.6 min
Ranks better than about 42% 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 weekends24.1%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 life86.4%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 visits56.8%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care13%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months43.5%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 hospice4.3%
Ranks better than about 14% 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)81st 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$23,423 · 76th 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.
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia38%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About A TO Z HOSPICE, INC.
A TO Z HOSPICE, INC. serves families in Glendale, California. This provider offers end of life support to people in Los Angeles County. They have been certified by Medicare since May 2022. This team holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, or CHAP. Accreditation means an outside group checked their work to see if it meets high standards. It is a sign of their commitment to quality care for your loved ones.
Provider Details
A TO Z HOSPICE, INC. operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They are a freestanding hospice, which means they are not part of a hospital or a large nursing home chain. The agency employs three staff members. This includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They do not currently use volunteers in their care delivery. Families should know that these smaller teams often provide a very focused level of attention. Their recent quality scores from Medicare are excellent. They earned the highest marks for their quality of care. This is a strong indicator of how they handle patient needs. You should look at their official data to see how they compare to other local providers.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in GLENDALE?
Hospice care in Glendale focuses on comfort and dignity for the patient. It is not about curing an illness. Instead, the goal is to manage pain and help the patient live their final days with peace. Most agencies in Los Angeles County work with a team to support the whole family. This team usually includes nurses, social workers, and doctors. A TO Z HOSPICE, INC. provides these services through their small, professional staff. They coordinate care directly where the patient lives. That could be a private home or a care facility. The team ensures that medical needs are met quickly. They stay in touch with the family to update them on any changes. It is a personal approach to a very difficult time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice is a major decision. You need answers that make you feel secure. Start by asking how the staff handles pain emergencies at night. Does the agency have a nurse available on the phone at all hours? Ask how they help the family with emotional or spiritual needs. You should also ask how often a nurse will visit the patient in their home. It is okay to ask about their experience with specific illnesses. Good providers will answer these questions with patience. They want you to feel comfortable with the plan they propose for your loved one.
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