ANGEL HOSPICE SERVICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 6850 VAN NUYS BLVD, SUITE 320
VAN NUYS, CA 91405 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 17, 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 March 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 ANGEL HOSPICE SERVICE, 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 2020.
About Angel Hospice Service, Inc
Angel Hospice Service, Inc operates in Van Nuys, California. This provider offers end of life support to families in Los Angeles County. They have been certified by Medicare since September 2020. The team holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, known as CHAP. This group reviews care standards to ensure providers follow strict safety rules. Accreditation shows that an outside team checked their work. It means they meet high quality benchmarks for your loved ones.
Provider Details
This is a for-profit hospice agency. They function as a freestanding site rather than part of a hospital. That matters for families who want dedicated care experts. Since they earned their Medicare certification in 2020, they have focused on meeting federal standards for hospice care. The agency maintains a small team. They employ one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also work with one volunteer to support patients. These roles ensure that medical needs and comfort stay at the center of the plan. You should know that for-profit status does not change the basic requirements for Medicare hospice coverage. All certified providers must follow the same rules for patient care and safety. Ask them how their small team structure helps them give personal attention to each family they serve.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Van Nuys?
Hospice care in Van Nuys provides comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. It focuses on pain relief and emotional support for the whole family. Local agencies like this one send staff to your home or a facility. They bring medical equipment and supplies to make the patient comfortable. The team here includes a registered nurse and a licensed practical nurse. They manage symptoms and coordinate with your own doctors. One volunteer also assists with non-medical needs. This keeps the patient comfortable in a familiar place. Most people prefer to stay home if they can. Hospice makes that possible by providing expert help when things get difficult. You get access to care around the clock. This means you have support during the night or on weekends. It keeps the family circle together during a hard time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider requires clear answers. You need to know who will be at the bedside. Ask how often a nurse will visit the patient. Ask how the team handles pain during the night. You should also ask how they support family members with grief. Ask if they have staff available for visits on weekends. It helps to know how they work with your current doctor. Good communication is the key to good care. Ask them to explain their plan for sudden changes in health. Check if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one faces. Get these answers in writing if you can. It helps you stay calm later. Keep your questions simple and direct. You deserve to know exactly how they will help your family move forward.
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