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Hospice · CMS Certification 051656

VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA

16830 VENTURA BLVD SUITE 315, ENCINO, CA 91436

(818) 358-0273

Worth a closer look before you decide

These figures come straight from CMS. They are flags to ask about, not a verdict — read the full detail below.

Value21/ 100

2★ care at above-average cost — needs review

Score = 60% quality + 40% relative cost within category

Family Caregiver Survey Rating
2of 5 stars

Quality & Operations

CMS-reported survey ratings and certification data

Family caregiver survey rating
2 of 5 stars
Care-team communication rating
75 of 5 stars
Ownership type
For-Profit
Certification date
1995-06-06

What to look for

Which numbers matter most when choosing — in plain language

  • The family-caregiver survey rating reflects how well the hospice supported families — a core part of hospice quality.
  • Care-team communication ratings show how clearly the team kept families informed.
  • Ask about availability: good hospices provide responsive support around the clock, not just scheduled visits.

Questions to ask

Bring these to a tour, call, or appointment

Questions to ask — VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA

Hospice · checklist from CareLens (CMS Care Compare data)

  • How quickly can someone come if we have an urgent need at night or on weekends?
  • Who is on the care team, and how often will each visit?
  • How do you manage pain and symptoms, and how are families kept informed?
  • What support do you offer family caregivers, including grief support?
  • What levels of care do you provide (in-home, inpatient, respite)?

Source: CMS Care Compare · data current as of June 2025.