VALLEY VIEW HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 15477 VENTURA BLVD, SUITE 201
SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91403 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 1, 2015
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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 May 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
14
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 VIEW HOSPICE, INC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VALLEY VIEW HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
8.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 11th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
36
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 day8.4 min
Ranks better than about 11% 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 weekends10.9%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 life61.8%
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 visits31.7%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 months54.7%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 care3.1%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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)81st 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$30,627 · 92nd 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 16.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99%
- Pain assessment77.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment78.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life16.2%
- All care steps completed72.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease38%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Valley View Hospice, Inc in Sherman Oaks
Valley View Hospice, Inc provides end of life care services to families in Sherman Oaks, California. They have been serving the Los Angeles area since September 2015. This provider is a freestanding hospice organization that holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. That accreditation serves as a sign that they follow strict national standards for health and safety. Their team works to provide comfort and support during a difficult season. They focus on meeting the physical and emotional needs of those they serve every single day.
About Valley View Hospice, Inc
Valley View Hospice, Inc operates as a for-profit provider. Being a for-profit organization means they answer to shareholders while maintaining Medicare certification. The Joint Commission accreditation is a big mark of quality. This group checks hospitals and hospice centers to ensure they meet high safety goals. They do not just look at paperwork. They observe how staff members talk to patients and how they manage medications. When a provider earns this stamp of approval, it shows they want to perform well above the minimum rules set by the government. Families should know that this provider has a small, dedicated staff. They manage their care with two registered nurses and three licensed practical nurses. This team works together to ensure patients get the right attention when it matters most.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Sherman Oaks?
Hospice care in Sherman Oaks focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. This approach helps families stay together in a familiar space. At Valley View Hospice, Inc, the care team includes one physician and two volunteers. Having volunteers on the team is a helpful touch for many families. They provide extra companionship when nursing staff is not there. The nurses handle the medical side of things. They manage pain and explain symptoms to loved ones. Everyone on the team works to keep the patient calm and pain-free. They follow a clear plan to ensure the patient feels heard and supported. That is their main goal. It is a team effort designed to make each day as comfortable as possible for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a personal choice. You should ask questions to see if they fit your needs. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home in an emergency. Find out how often the doctor visits the patient. Ask who you should call if you have a question at three in the morning. It helps to know if the team has experience with the specific health needs of your loved one. Ask about their volunteer program and how those volunteers help. You should also ask how they communicate with the family during the week. Good communication makes a big difference. Get clear answers before you decide on a partner for this care. You deserve to feel confident in the team you pick.
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