BRISTOL HOSPICE- NORTHERN LOS ANGELES
Provider Information
- Address
- 700 N CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 550
GLENDALE, CA 91203 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 22, 2008
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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 August 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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
31
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 BRISTOL HOSPICE- NORTHERN LOS ANGELES 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 BRISTOL HOSPICE- NORTHERN LOS ANGELES compares to hospices nationwide.
10.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
64
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 day10.6 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends7.9%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 life92.1%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 visits80.7%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 care17.7%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 months29%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 care8.1%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 hospice3.2%
Ranks better than about 23% 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)90th 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$17,593 · 48th 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 18.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life18.8%
- All care steps completed99.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease20%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions8%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About BRISTOL HOSPICE- NORTHERN LOS ANGELES
BRISTOL HOSPICE- NORTHERN LOS ANGELES serves families in Glendale, California. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency. They have been certified by Medicare since 2008. The team holds accreditation from the ACHC. This organization checks that providers meet national standards for safety and care. Accreditation shows a commitment to high benchmarks. It helps families feel sure about the services they receive during a hard time.
Provider Background
This agency is a for-profit hospice provider. They currently have 31 employees on staff. This group includes six registered nurses and five licensed practical nurses. They also work with one volunteer. Having a mix of skilled staff is helpful for daily care needs. But the size of the team matters less than how they use their time. Families should look at the care ratings to see how these staff members perform in practice. This provider shows strong marks for quality of care. That is a positive sign for clinical outcomes. Still, patient survey results are quite low. You should ask questions about how they handle communication and family support.
What Is Hospice Care Like in GLENDALE?
Hospice care in Glendale focuses on comfort and dignity for patients near the end of life. Agencies here provide medical care along with emotional and spiritual support. Most care happens in your own home. The team visits to manage pain and help with daily tasks. It is a team effort. This specific provider employs six registered nurses and five practical nurses to handle these duties. They work to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free. A doctor leads the plan, but nurses do much of the daily work. They should explain every step clearly. If you have questions, ask them right away. Good care relies on constant talk between the staff and your family. That keeps everyone on the same page during a difficult time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice requires asking the right questions. Start by asking how they handle pain management after hours. You need to know who will show up at 3:00 AM if your loved one is in distress. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home each week. Get a clear idea of what the volunteer does. You should also ask how they help the family cope with grief. Does the team offer meetings or support groups? These services help many people. Always ask for a copy of their latest survey results. A good provider will be open about their strengths and areas where they need to improve. Listen to your own needs too. You want a team that responds to you with kindness and speed.
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