VALLEY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 15 ESSEX ROAD
PARAMUS, NJ 07652 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 31, 1987
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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) | 43 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 44 |
113
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 VALLEY HOSPICE 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
- Both supplied directly and through outside suppliers
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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VALLEY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
13.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 61st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
252
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 day13.3 min
Ranks better than about 61% 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 weekends8.2%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 life93.5%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 visits47.1%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 care9.9%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 months41.5%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care9%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 hospice3.3%
Ranks better than about 22% 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)79th 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$15,655 · 37th 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 65.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.7%
- Visits in the last days of life65.2%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia18%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Valley Hospice in Paramus
Valley Hospice serves families across Bergen County from their office at 15 Essex Road in Paramus, New Jersey. They provide specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients facing terminal illness. The team works to manage pain and emotional distress. They are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting local residents during their most difficult moments. Providing high-quality care is their primary goal. Families in this area often choose them for their long history of service in the community.
About Valley Hospice
Valley Hospice has been Medicare certified since December 31, 1987. That is nearly four decades of experience. As a non-profit provider, they reinvest their resources back into patient care. This is a big deal. Most families want to know that their loved one is in experienced hands. Their long tenure shows they have built strong roots in New Jersey. They follow strict national standards to keep their certification active. You can feel confident knowing they meet the government's requirements for hospice providers. It means they handle everything from medical equipment to spiritual support with a high level of oversight. They have the staff and the history to handle complex needs. That provides real peace of mind when you need it most.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Paramus
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing to focus on quality of life. In Paramus, you have access to providers who bring care directly to your home. This is often where patients feel most comfortable. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. You get nurses, doctors, and social workers all working together for you. Many people wait too long to ask for help. But starting early allows the team to build a real relationship with your family. They manage the physical pain. They also provide emotional support to help you process what is happening. That makes the whole journey much easier on everyone involved. It is a vital resource for our community.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team feels like a heavy task. Start by asking these questions to get clear answers. First, ask how quickly they can respond to a crisis at night or on weekends. Quick help is essential. Second, ask what their team looks like. Do they have volunteers or chaplains available? You want a full circle of support. Third, ask how they communicate with your primary doctor. You need to know that everyone is on the same page. Finally, ask what they do to help the family after a loss. Grief support is a huge part of the process. Trust your gut during these talks. You deserve a team that listens to your specific concerns and answers them with kindness.
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