ER HOSPICE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 5301 LAUREL CANYON BLVD. SUITE 128
VALLEY VILLAGE, CA 91607 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 3, 2021
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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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
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 ER 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ER HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 34th 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.
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 day10.8 min
Ranks better than about 34% 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 weekends29.1%
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.
- Gaps in nursing visits30.4%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 months44.7%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 care1.1%
Ranks better than about 80% 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$31,455 · 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 90.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment90.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed90.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease74%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About ER Hospice Care, Inc
ER Hospice Care, Inc serves families in Valley Village, California. They offer end-of-life support for those in the Los Angeles area. The team holds accreditation from CHAP. This group earned their Medicare certification on August 3, 2021. They operate as a for-profit hospice provider.
About ER Hospice Care, Inc
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They received their Medicare certification in 2021. The agency maintains accreditation through the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This body sets high standards for care. They check if agencies follow federal rules and safety steps. Having this seal shows an agency wants to meet strict quality goals. It provides families with a clear way to see if the group values outside oversight. You should look for these signs when you talk to any local provider. It helps you know they value clear, high standards for their daily work.
Quality Note
What Is Hospice Care Like in VALLEY VILLAGE?
Hospice care in this area focuses on comfort and relief. The goal is to manage pain and support the family during a hard time. Most agencies here provide a team to visit your home. At ER Hospice Care, Inc, the staff includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on the team. A volunteer helps with daily support tasks too. This small team size means you get direct contact with your care workers. They work to keep your loved one comfortable in their own house. That is the main point of hospice care. It helps families stay together in a place they know well.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should speak with several agencies before you make a final choice. Ask these questions to learn about how they work. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a crisis happens at night. Second, ask how they manage pain and other symptoms. You should also ask how their team handles visits on weekends or holidays. Finally, ask what specific support they offer to family members who are acting as caregivers. Getting clear answers will help you feel ready. Do not feel rushed to pick the first one you find.
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