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CARDINAL CARE HOSPICE, INC

For-ProfitJoint Commission (JCAHO) AccreditedFreestanding Hospice

Provider Information

Address
1110 N WESTERN AVENUE, SUITE 206
LOS ANGELES, CA 90029
Ownership Type
For-Profit
Medicare Certified Since
September 30, 2021

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CMS Quality Ratings

Overall Rating
Not yet rated

Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.

Quality of Care
Not yet rated

Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.

Patient Satisfaction
Not yet rated

CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.

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

Staffing breakdown for CARDINAL CARE HOSPICE, INC
RoleStaff Count
Registered Nurses (RN)1
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)1
Physicians1
Volunteers1

7

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 CARDINAL 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

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.

Type of inpatient care
Both general inpatient care and respite care
Medical supplies and equipment
Brought in through an outside supplier

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 CARDINAL CARE HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.

2

patients in care on an average day

A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.

Cardinal Care Hospice in Los Angeles

Cardinal Care Hospice, Inc serves families across Los Angeles, California from their location on Western Avenue. This freestanding hospice provider offers end of life care services to residents in the local community. They have been certified by Medicare since September 2021. The provider is also accredited by the Joint Commission. This means they meet specific standards for safety and quality set by a national group. Families in the area can look to this provider for support during their time of need. Their office is located at 1110 N Western Avenue, Suite 206. Choosing the right care is a big decision for any family. This provider offers a formal path for care that is backed by national accreditation. They are ready to help those in the Los Angeles region when they need it most.

About Cardinal Care Hospice, Inc

Cardinal Care Hospice operates as a for profit organization in Los Angeles County. They joined the Medicare program in late 2021. The Joint Commission provides their accreditation. This organization visits providers to check that they follow strict rules for patient care and safety. They look at how a hospice handles medicine, records, and emergency plans. This process shows that the provider wants to be held to high standards. It is one way for a family to feel better about the care their loved one gets. Most families do not know that hospice providers must follow federal laws to keep their Medicare status. Cardinal Care Hospice employs a total of seven people including a doctor and nurses. These staff members work as a team to support patient comfort. You should always ask about how these professionals coordinate their daily care plans for your specific situation.

Quality Ratings

Official quality ratings for this provider are not yet available from Medicare. The provider does hold accreditation from the Joint Commission, which is a positive sign of their commitment to meeting national safety standards.

What Is Hospice Care Like in Los Angeles?

Hospice care in Los Angeles focuses on comfort for people with a serious illness. The goal is to manage pain and help the person live as well as possible. Providers in this city usually send a team to the home of the patient. This team often includes a physician, a registered nurse, a licensed practical nurse, and volunteers. Cardinal Care Hospice includes these roles in their staff count of seven. They work to address the physical and emotional needs of the family. The team visits regularly to check on the patient and adjust the care plan as things change. You do not have to move to a hospital to get this care. Most people choose to stay in their own home or a care facility. It is all about personal comfort and support for your loved one throughout their final months or weeks.

What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider

You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork. It helps to meet with the hospice team in person first. Ask them how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. You want to know who will answer the phone if you have a crisis. Ask how many nurses they have on staff to visit your home. You should also ask how they support family members who are grieving. Find out if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one. Ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Make sure they explain their plan for your care in simple words you can understand. If they use hard medical jargon, ask them to stop and explain it again. You have the right to get clear answers about every part of their service plan before you begin.

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