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HOLLY ANGELS OF LA HOSPICE CARE, INC

For-ProfitJoint Commission (JCAHO) AccreditedFreestanding Hospice

Provider Information

Address
13615 VICTORY BLVD #113
VAN NUYS, CA 91401
Ownership Type
For-Profit
Medicare Certified Since
June 21, 2021

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CMS Quality Ratings

Overall Rating
Not yet rated

Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.

Quality of Care
Not yet rated

Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.

Patient Satisfaction
Not yet rated

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

Staffing breakdown for HOLLY ANGELS OF LA HOSPICE CARE, INC
RoleStaff Count
Registered Nurses (RN)2
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)1
Physicians2
Volunteers1

9

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 HOLLY ANGELS OF LA 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

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.

Type of inpatient care
Both general inpatient care and respite care
Medical supplies and equipment
Brought in through an outside supplier

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 HOLLY ANGELS OF LA HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.

4

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.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.

About Holly Angels of LA Hospice Care

Holly Angels of LA Hospice Care, Inc serves the Van Nuys area from their office on Victory Blvd. They provide hospice services to families throughout Los Angeles County. This provider earned their Medicare certification in mid-2021. They also hold accreditation from the Joint Commission to ensure they meet specific health standards. It is a for-profit hospice agency focused on end-of-life care needs.

Understanding Your Hospice Options

Holly Angels of LA Hospice Care operates as a for-profit agency. Many families wonder what that means for their loved one. It means the agency is a business, but they must follow strict federal rules to keep their Medicare certification. The Joint Commission accreditation is a big deal. This group sends experts to check the hospice for safety and quality. They look at how the team manages pain and how they talk to families. If a hospice passes this review, it shows they want to meet high goals. You should look at this as a sign of their commitment to care. They have been active since 2021. That gives them some history in the local community.

Quality Ratings

Official quality ratings for this provider are not yet available from Medicare. You can check back here for future updates on their performance scores.

What Is Hospice Care Like in VAN NUYS?

Hospice care in Los Angeles County focuses on comfort and relief for patients. The goal is to improve quality of life when a cure is no longer the main focus. Holly Angels of LA Hospice Care employs a team of nine people to help with these tasks. This team includes two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse to handle medical needs. They also have two physicians on staff to oversee care plans. One volunteer is available to provide extra support for the patient and the family. Most hospice agencies in this area offer visits to your home or a nursing facility. They bring medicine, supplies, and equipment right to where the patient lives. It is a team approach. Everyone works together to keep the patient safe and comfortable each day.

What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider

Picking a hospice team is a personal choice. You need to feel good about who enters your home. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your house during a medical emergency. Ask who you should call in the middle of the night if you have a sudden question. It helps to know which hospitals they work with if the patient needs a higher level of care. You should also ask how they help family members cope with grief. Do they offer visits after the patient passes away? These questions help you see if their values match your own needs. Take your time to get clear answers. You deserve to feel confident in the team you choose.

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