AT EASE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 7502 FOOTHILL BLVD, SUITE 104
TUJUNGA, CA 91042 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 16, 2020
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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 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
5
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 AT EASE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AT EASE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
11 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 35th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
15
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day11 min
Ranks better than about 35% 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 weekends13.4%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 life0%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 visits31.8%
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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months52.2%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 care13%
Ranks better than about 23% 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)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$50,034 · 100th 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 5 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 87.5% 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 completed87.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease59%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About At Ease Hospice & Palliative Care
At Ease Hospice & Palliative Care serves families in Tujunga, California. This provider offers end-of-life support and comfort care for patients with serious illnesses. They have served the community since late 2020. The organization holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, also known as CHAP. This group reviews hospice agencies to make sure they follow high standards for safety and patient care. Choosing an accredited provider means an outside group has checked their work for quality.
Provider Details
This agency operates as a for-profit hospice. Being for-profit means the organization is a private business. They focus on providing care while meeting specific government rules for Medicare certification. You should ask how they use their resources to support your family. The CHAP accreditation shows they go beyond basic legal rules. They aim to show they meet national goals for health outcomes. Most families want to know who will visit their home. This team includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one volunteer available to help with social needs. It is a small team working in Los Angeles County.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Tujunga?
Hospice care in the Tujunga area focuses on comfort rather than a cure. Teams come to your home to manage pain and other symptoms. They help keep the patient at home if that is their wish. This local office manages care with a small team of medical experts. You will work with their registered nurse and licensed practical nurse to build a plan. Volunteers also help provide companionship for the patient. The goal is to keep the patient calm and comfortable in their own space. Having a local team means they know the area well. They can often get to your home quickly when you have a need. This is a common way to handle care in Los Angeles County.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel ready to ask questions before you sign any forms. Start by asking how the team manages pain at night or on the weekends. You need to know who answers the phone after business hours. Ask how often the nurse will visit the home. You should also ask how they help the family with emotional support. Ask for a clear list of what their services include. Find out if they have experience with the specific illness your family member has. Good providers will give you clear and direct answers. Take your time with these talks. You want to feel good about your choice.
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