VALLEY CREEK HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 6005 VINELAND AVE, SUITE 215
N HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606 - Medicare Certified Since
- May 10, 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.
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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
6
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 VALLEY CREEK HOSPICE CARE 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 VALLEY CREEK HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 5 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 90% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed90%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Valley Creek Hospice Care
Valley Creek Hospice Care serves families in North Hollywood, California. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency. They earned certification from Medicare on May 10, 2022. The agency maintains accreditation through CHAP. This group offers end of life support for those in the Los Angeles area. Accreditation shows they meet high standards for safety and care. It acts as a stamp of approval from an outside group. Families should know that this agency is ready to help at a difficult time.
Provider Background
This agency functions as a freestanding hospice provider. Being freestanding means they operate independently from a hospital or home health agency. They have been Medicare certified since 2022. The team includes six total employees. This staff features two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician and one volunteer on the team. CHAP accreditation is a vital mark of quality. It means an independent group checked their work against national rules. This process looks at how they manage care and keep records. It helps ensure they follow strict safety guidelines every day. You can feel better knowing they passed these checks. The team is small but they have the specific roles needed for hospice care.
Quality Ratings
What Is Hospice Care Like in N HOLLYWOOD?
Hospice care in North Hollywood centers on comfort for patients and their families. Teams visit patients at home or in care facilities. They focus on pain relief and emotional support. A typical team includes nurses, a doctor, and volunteers. This group works together to create a plan that fits the patient. They manage symptoms so the patient can spend time with loved ones. The goal is to improve quality of life. Staff members visit often to check on the patient. They also answer questions for the family. It is a team effort. You will find that hospice provides a specific kind of support that is different from regular medical care. It is about living well until the very end.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right match is the best way to ensure your loved one gets good care. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a problem happens at night. You should also ask how the team will help with pain and other symptoms. Ask about the role of the volunteers and how they help the family. It is also good to ask how often the doctor will visit. Check if they have experience with the specific condition your family member has. Good providers share this info openly. They want you to feel comfortable with your choice. Keep these questions in mind during your first meeting. A clear answer helps you make a smart choice for your family.
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