V&G HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 7233 1/2 FOOTHILL BLVD
TUJUNGA, CA 91042 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 8, 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.
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 |
1
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 V&G HOSPICE, 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 V&G HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
5
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
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 disease63%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About V&G Hospice, Inc.
V&G Hospice, Inc. serves patients in Tujunga, California. The agency is a freestanding hospice provider. They have been certified by Medicare since March 2022. This team offers support to families during a difficult time. They are accredited by CHAP. This group reviews hospice agencies to make sure they follow high standards of care. It is one way families can check the quality of an agency. Choosing a local provider often helps with faster response times. You should look at all your options before you decide. Their office is located on Foothill Boulevard. That is a central spot for the community. Having a local team can make a real difference in how care is delivered each day.
Provider Details
V&G Hospice, Inc. operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They have held Medicare certification for over two years now. Being a for-profit provider means they have a specific business structure. That does not change the rules they must follow to stay in the Medicare program. All certified hospices must meet the same federal health and safety rules. The CHAP accreditation is a voluntary step they took to show their commitment to quality. It shows they invited an outside group to check their work. This is a good sign for any family looking for care. They currently report a small staff size. This includes one registered nurse on the team. You should ask how they handle patient needs with this current staffing level. Every agency runs a bit differently based on their specific size and local focus.
Quality Ratings Update
What Is Hospice Care Like in Tujunga?
Hospice care in Los Angeles County focuses on comfort and quality of life. The team provides care wherever the patient calls home. This could be a private house or a care facility. V&G Hospice, Inc. currently lists one registered nurse as part of their staff. They do not report having volunteers or licensed practical nurses at this time. Most hospice teams include doctors and social workers too. You should talk to the agency about how they coordinate these extra services. Ask who will visit the home and how often they provide care. A strong team will explain their plan clearly to you. They should answer your questions about pain management and daily support. The goal is always to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. It is a team effort involving the family and the medical staff working together each week.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to interview any hospice provider before you sign up. Start by asking how they handle emergencies after business hours. You need to know who will answer the phone at three in the morning. Ask how many patients each nurse usually sees in a single day. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one. Ask about their specific experience with the patient's condition. It is also good to ask how they help families deal with stress. Do they offer extra support for the caregivers at home? Finally, ask them to explain their plan for sudden changes in health. A good provider will give you a clear answer to every question. They should never rush you during these talks. Take your time to find the right fit for your family's needs.
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