PARTHENIA CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 8925 SEPULVEDA BLVD, UNIT 212
NORTH HILLS, CA 91343 - Medicare Certified Since
- September 11, 2021
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
4
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 PARTHENIA 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
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how PARTHENIA CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
1
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. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Parthenia Care, Inc
Parthenia Care, Inc is a freestanding hospice provider based in North Hills, California. They have served the Los Angeles area since September 2021. The team holds accreditation from CHAP. This means an independent group checked their work against high standards. It is a sign of their commitment to care quality. They provide end of life services for families in the local community. Their office is on Sepulveda Boulevard. Choosing hospice is a very big decision for any family. Knowing the history of a provider helps you feel more informed. Parthenia Care offers support to those needing comfort and peace. They are a Medicare certified agency. You can look to them for professional hospice care in the San Fernando Valley region. They meet federal rules for safety and service. This is the baseline for your peace of mind.
Provider Background
Parthenia Care operates as a freestanding hospice in Los Angeles County. Being freestanding means they focus only on hospice care. They do not run a hospital or a nursing home on the side. CHAP accreditation serves as a badge of quality. It shows they follow strict rules for patient safety. The agency has been certified by Medicare since 2021. Their small team includes four staff members total. This group has one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on the team. They do not currently use volunteers in their daily work. Families should know that small teams offer a more personal touch. You will likely see the same faces often. This helps build a real bond during a hard time. They are ready to answer your questions about their specific care plans today.
Quality Ratings Note
What Is Hospice Care Like in North Hills?
Hospice care in North Hills focuses on comfort and dignity. It aims to manage pain and symptoms for those with a life limiting illness. The team visits the patient wherever they call home. This might be a private house or an assisted living facility. Parthenia Care uses a small, focused team to reach patients across the Los Angeles area. Their staff includes a doctor and two nurses who work together. They do not have volunteers on staff. This means your care comes from a core group of paid professionals. They work to keep the patient calm and comfortable at all times. The goal is to improve the quality of each remaining day. You get support for both the patient and the entire family. It is about living well until the very end. They bring the clinic to your front door.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should meet with a few providers before you make a final choice. Start by asking how they handle pain management after hours. You need to know who answers the phone at three in the morning. Ask how often a nurse will visit the patient at home. Check if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one has. You can also ask about their emergency response times. It is smart to ask how they support family members with grief. Do they offer counseling sessions? How do they handle medications? You deserve clear answers to these questions. Write your notes down during the meeting. This helps you compare your options later. Take your time with this process. You want a team that works well with your family values.
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