COLLECTIVE HOSPICE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 14547 TITUS ST UNIT 215
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402 - Medicare Certified Since
- June 24, 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.
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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
2
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 COLLECTIVE HOSPICE 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COLLECTIVE HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 16th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
61
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 day9.1 min
Ranks better than about 16% 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 weekends14.3%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 life60.5%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 visits95.7%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months29.4%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 care10.3%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)74th 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$32,186 · 93rd 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 25.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.1%
- Pain assessment83.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment87.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life25.8%
- All care steps completed82.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer8%
- Dementia41%
- Heart and circulatory disease24%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Collective Hospice Care, Inc
Collective Hospice Care, Inc serves the Panorama City area from its office on Titus Street. This freestanding hospice provider offers care to residents across Los Angeles County. They gained their Medicare certification in June 2022. The agency maintains accreditation through the Community Health Accreditation Partner, known as CHAP. Accreditation means an outside group checked their work against high standards. It shows the agency wants to meet clear rules for patient safety and comfort. They focus on providing care to those who need support at home. Their team works to meet the needs of each family they serve in the local area.
About Collective Hospice Care, Inc
Collective Hospice Care, Inc operates as a freestanding hospice provider. This means they are not part of a hospital or a nursing home. They focus solely on hospice services. Being CHAP accredited is a sign that they invite experts to look at how they run their business. These experts check if the agency follows health laws and keeps records the right way. Families should know that this agency has been certified by Medicare since mid-2022. This date shows they have met federal requirements for a few years now. The agency lists two employees on their team, including one registered nurse. They do not have volunteers on staff. This small team size is common for newer, independent providers. You can ask them how they coordinate care with your own doctors. It helps to understand who will visit your home and how often they plan to stop by.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in PANORAMA CITY?
Hospice care in Panorama City focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. It brings medical help and emotional support directly to your house. The team works to manage pain and other difficult symptoms for the patient. They also provide guidance for family members who are helping with care. Collective Hospice Care, Inc uses a small staff to manage these needs. They have one registered nurse who handles the clinical side of the care plan. Because they are a freestanding agency, they manage their own resources to visit patients in the local area. This setup allows for a focused approach to care. Most families find that having a nurse visit helps them feel more in control of the situation. You should ask how they handle emergencies after business hours. They must have a way to reach a nurse at all times for your peace of mind.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice agency is a big step for any family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. It is also good to ask how they keep your primary doctor in the loop. You want to know if the staff will talk to your current physician often. Ask about the specific services they offer beyond basic medical visits. Some agencies have social workers or chaplains available to help with emotional needs. Find out how many patients each nurse sees in a single day. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one. Always ask for a clear plan on how they will respond if symptoms get worse. Clear answers help you make a choice that fits your family best.
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