INNERJOY HOSPICE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1965 YOSEMITE AVENUE, SUITE # 115
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 23, 2014
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
7
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 INNERJOY HOSPICE CARE, INC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INNERJOY HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
14.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 71st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
16
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 day14.4 min
Ranks better than about 71% 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 weekends40.5%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 life84.4%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 visits39.6%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 months40%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice5%
Ranks better than about 11% 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)52nd 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$22,986 · 74th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 6.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life6.5%
- All care steps completed89.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia25%
- 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.
Innerjoy Hospice Care in Simi Valley
Innerjoy Hospice Care, Inc serves families in Simi Valley, California. They offer end-of-life support focused on comfort and dignity. This provider holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. That is a big deal for quality standards. They help patients manage symptoms while supporting loved ones through a difficult time. The team works hard to keep care centered on the patient. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus entirely on this type of specialized care. They have been certified by Medicare since December 2014. Families in Ventura County can look to them for steady and reliable support. Choosing the right hospice is a heavy task. It helps to know this team meets high national standards for the care they provide to your family members.
About Innerjoy Hospice Care, Inc
This is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been Medicare certified for nearly a decade. Their Joint Commission accreditation shows they meet strict safety and quality rules. The Joint Commission checks that a hospice follows national best practices. They look at everything from medicine safety to how the staff talks to families. It shows this group cares about doing things the right way. The team includes seven employees. This small group features a registered nurse, a licensed practical nurse, and a physician. They also work with two volunteers to bring extra comfort. Having a dedicated doctor and nurses on the team means patients get expert medical eyes on their care. You want a team that works well together. These numbers show they have the right people in place to handle complex care needs every single day.
Top Quality Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in Simi Valley
Finding the right care in Ventura County can feel like a lot. Most families want a team that is close by and easy to reach. Innerjoy Hospice Care is located on Yosemite Avenue. They operate as a freestanding hospice in the local area. This means their main focus is hospice services. The team is small but includes specialized medical staff. With one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse on board, they have the core clinical skills needed for symptom relief. They also have a physician and volunteers to help out. That is a good balance for a local care team. You might wonder how they coordinate care. The thing is, they work as a small unit to make sure every patient gets enough attention. It is helpful to have a local team that knows the community well and can respond quickly when needs change.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork. Do not be afraid to ask direct questions about how they handle daily care. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent problem happens at night. You should also ask how they help with pain and other hard symptoms. Another good question is how their volunteers support the family during this time. Ask them how they handle communication when you have questions about medicine or changes in the patient. Good providers will be happy to answer these. They know this is a big decision for you. If they seem rushed or annoyed by your questions, that is a red flag. You need a partner who listens well. Take your time to get the answers that make you feel at peace with your choice.
Preserve Your Family Stories
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