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Caring Kind Hospice, Inc

14545 Friar St Suite 182, Van Nuys, CA 91411

For-Profit
5 Years Certified
3 Patients/Day

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14545 Friar St Suite 182
Van Nuys, CA 91411

About Caring Kind Hospice, Inc

Hospice overview and quality summary

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice care provider in Van Nuys, CA, serving patients and families in Los Angeles County and the surrounding area.

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc serves an average of 3 patients per day, covering 16 ZIP codes across its service area. 100% of care is delivered in patients' homes, consistent with the hospice philosophy of enabling comfort care in familiar surroundings.

The facility's Hospice Care Index score is 7 out of 10, a composite measure of care quality and efficiency.

When choosing hospice care in Van Nuys, CA, consider quality ratings, caregiver satisfaction surveys, the hospice's experience with your loved one's condition, and the service area. Since hospice care is typically delivered in the home, the responsiveness and availability of the care team are critical factors.

At a Glance

Star RatingNot Rated
OwnershipFor-Profit
Certified Since2021
CountyLos Angeles
Avg Daily Census3 patients
Service Area16 ZIP codes
HCI Score7/10

Hospice Care Index

Composite quality score with 10 sub-measures

7/10

Overall HCI Score

National average: 8.8/10

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc's Hospice Care Index (HCI) score is 7 out of 10, below the national average of 8.8. The HCI evaluates hospices on nursing visit continuity, care transitions, spending efficiency, and presence in the final days.

Visits Near Death

Patients with visits in last 3 days of life

0%

Natl: 89.5%

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Nurse Care Minutes

Average nurse care minutes per routine home care day

9.9

Natl: 13.4

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Weekend Nursing

Percentage of skilled nursing minutes on weekends

9.7%

Natl: 9.2%

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Gaps in Nursing Visits

Stays with gaps in skilled nursing visits

32.1%

Natl: 55.4%

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Early Live Discharges

Patients discharged alive within 3 days

3%

Natl: 7.2%

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Late Live Discharges

Patients discharged alive after enrollment

54.5%

Natl: 40%

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Burdensome Transitions (Type 1)

Hospice-to-acute-care transitions near death

3%

Natl: 8%

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Burdensome Transitions (Type 2)

Acute care admissions near death

0%

Natl: 2.3%

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CHC/GIP Days

Continuous home care & general inpatient days as share of total

0%

Natl: 0.6%

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Per-Beneficiary Spending

Average Medicare spending per hospice beneficiary

$36,114

Natl: $16,971

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Care Settings

Where hospice care is delivered

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc delivers 100% of its care in patients' homes. The high proportion of home-based care aligns with the hospice philosophy of enabling patients to receive comfort care in familiar surroundings with family nearby. The hospice serves an average of 3 patients per day.

Patient's Home

100%

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Caring Kind Hospice, Inc

What is the CMS rating for Caring Kind Hospice, Inc?

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc does not currently have a CMS star rating available. Approximately 69% of hospice providers lack sufficient survey data for a star rating.

What conditions does Caring Kind Hospice, Inc primarily treat?

Patient population data is not currently available for Caring Kind Hospice, Inc.

Where does Caring Kind Hospice, Inc provide care?

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc provides care in patient's home (100%).

How large is Caring Kind Hospice, Inc?

Caring Kind Hospice, Inc serves an average of 3 patients per day and covers 16 ZIP codes in its service area.

How many doctors are affiliated with Caring Kind Hospice, Inc?

Affiliated physician data is not currently available for Caring Kind Hospice, Inc.

Data source: CMS Hospice Compare · CAHPS Hospice Survey ·