CARING SOULS HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 14349 VICTORY BLVD, SUITE 205
VAN NUYS, CA 91401 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 30, 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.
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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
10
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 CARING SOULS 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CARING SOULS HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 22nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
23
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 day9.7 min
Ranks better than about 22% 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 weekends7.4%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 life75%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 visits75%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 months77.5%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice2.5%
Ranks better than about 31% 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$49,455 · 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.
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 disease67%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Van Nuys
Caring Souls Hospice, Inc serves the Van Nuys community from their office on Victory Boulevard. They offer support for families seeking end of life care in Los Angeles County. This provider holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and performance. Getting the right care matters. Families in California can look to this team for their hospice needs.
About CARING SOULS HOSPICE, INC
This is a for profit hospice that joined the Medicare program in April of 2021. Being a Medicare certified provider means they follow federal rules for patient care. The Joint Commission accreditation is a big sign of quality. This group checks providers to make sure they follow strict safety rules. They look at how the team manages pain and how they talk to families. It is not just about the rules. It is about how those rules help your loved one feel better every single day. You want a team that works hard to keep things comfortable. They have a total of ten employees who work together to help patients. This includes two nurses and two doctors on staff. Knowing who will care for your family member brings peace of mind.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in VAN NUYS?
Hospice care in this part of California focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The team works to manage pain and help the patient live with dignity. In Van Nuys, you will find teams that visit the home to provide care. This specific provider uses a team of ten people to cover these needs. That team includes two registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also have two doctors and two volunteers on their roster. Volunteers can provide a friendly face for the patient. The nurses handle the medical tasks while the doctors oversee the plan of care. Everyone works in sync to meet the goals of the family. It is a group effort to keep the patient calm and supported at home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team is a personal choice. You should feel free to ask questions until you have the answers you need. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can come to the home if an emergency happens. You should also ask how the team will help with pain and other symptoms. Ask about the role of the volunteers and how they help the family. It is also good to ask how they keep the family updated on changes. A good provider will answer these questions with honesty and care. Take your time to talk with the staff. You need to feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Their job is to make this time as peaceful as possible for your loved one.
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