AZ HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 6320 VAN NUYS BLVD, SUITE 402A
VAN NUYS, CA 91401 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 11, 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 August 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 | 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 AZ HOSPICE PALLIATIVE 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AZ HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 19th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
62
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 day9.4 min
Ranks better than about 19% 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 weekends8.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 life53.8%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 visits80.9%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months62%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice1.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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$44,529 · 99th 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 86.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment98%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment86.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed87.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia23%
- Heart and circulatory disease57%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About AZ HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE, INC
AZ HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE, INC serves the Van Nuys area from its location on Van Nuys Boulevard. This freestanding hospice provider offers care for patients who need support near the end of life. They have been certified by Medicare since the summer of 2020. The organization holds accreditation from CHAP, which proves they meet high standards for safety and care delivery. Choosing a hospice is a serious step for families. This provider aims to offer support during a difficult time.
Provider Background
This hospice operates as a for-profit entity in Los Angeles County. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus entirely on end-of-life care rather than being part of a larger hospital system. They earned their Medicare certification in August 2020. This allows them to bill Medicare for the services they provide to eligible patients. They also maintain CHAP accreditation. This means an outside group checked their work to ensure it meets national rules. Accreditation tells you that a team of experts reviewed their processes for quality and safety. It provides a layer of confidence for families who are choosing a team. They are a smaller team, which sometimes helps with personal attention. That is how they manage their daily operations.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in VAN NUYS?
Hospice care in the Los Angeles area focuses on comfort and pain relief for the patient. It brings a team of experts directly to the home or facility where the patient lives. At this agency, the staff includes one registered nurse, one licensed practical nurse, one physician, and one volunteer. This team works together to manage symptoms and support the family. They focus on the physical, emotional, and social needs of each person. A physician oversees the medical plan while nurses handle the daily care needs. Volunteers offer an extra layer of social support. It is a shared effort. Everyone on the team plays a specific role in keeping the patient comfortable and safe each day. You should expect regular visits from these team members.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice team takes time and careful thought. You should ask about how the team handles pain management during the night or on weekends. Ask who will be the main person you talk to when you have questions about the care plan. Find out how often the nurse will visit the home to check on your loved one. You might also ask if they have experience with the specific health condition your family member is facing. It helps to know if they provide extra support like social workers or grief counseling for the family. Do not feel rushed during these talks. You deserve clear answers to every question you have about their care.
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