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SIMPLICITY CARE, INC

For-ProfitCHAP AccreditedFreestanding Hospice

Provider Information

Address
10523 BURBANK BLVD, SUITE 111
N HOLLYWOOD, CA 91601
Ownership Type
For-Profit
Medicare Certified Since
October 30, 2018

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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 SIMPLICITY CARE, INC
RoleStaff Count
Registered Nurses (RN)2
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)1
Physicians1
Volunteers1

10

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 SIMPLICITY 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

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 2018.

About Simplicity Care, Inc.

Simplicity Care, Inc. provides hospice services in North Hollywood, California. This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They have served the local community since October 2018. The agency maintains accreditation through the Community Health Accreditation Partner, known as CHAP. This accreditation shows that an outside group has checked their work against high standards. It is a sign of their commitment to quality care for your loved ones.

About SIMPLICITY CARE, INC

This agency is a for-profit provider based in Los Angeles County. They focus on delivering hospice care to families in the North Hollywood area. The agency has been Medicare certified for several years now. CHAP accreditation is a special mark for a hospice provider. It means they meet national standards for safety and patient care. Most providers choose to go through this extra review process to prove their standards. You should know that a dedicated team works here to support your family during difficult times. Their staff includes two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one doctor and one volunteer on the team. This team approach helps them manage care for patients who need comfort and support. You can ask them about their specific experience in your neighborhood.

What Is Hospice Care Like in N HOLLYWOOD?

Hospice care in North Hollywood centers on comfort for patients and their families. Many agencies in the Los Angeles area offer home-based support. This lets your loved one stay in a familiar place while receiving care. Simplicity Care, Inc. maintains a team of ten staff members to help with these needs. This includes a mix of nursing staff, a physician, and a volunteer. Having a doctor and nurses on staff ensures that medical needs are handled by trained people. The volunteer adds another layer of support for daily tasks or companionship. You will find that hospice teams work together to manage pain and emotional health. They visit your home to provide the care that you cannot handle alone. It is a way to keep your family together as much as possible. And that is a key part of the hospice model.

What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider

Selecting the right hospice provider is a major choice for any family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. First, ask how quickly they can get a nurse to your house in an emergency. Speed matters when a patient is in pain. Second, ask what their plan is for after-hours support on weekends or holidays. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Third, ask how they involve the family in the daily care plan. It is your home, so your voice should count. Finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one. This can give you a needed break during a long week. Write these questions down before you call them. Getting clear answers will help you feel better about your decision.

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