Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of California
Orange, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051603)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 106 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (877) 508-0644 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 77% would definitely recommend Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of California, and 73% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of California serves 106 ZIP codes from its Orange, CA office in Orange County, according to CMS data.
Yes, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of California is Medicare-certified (CCN 051603, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of California is a for-profit hospice based in Orange, California, serving families in Orange County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 24, 1993 (CCN 051603).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 77% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 73% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; if that figure is missing, it may reflect limited survey responses rather than any judgment about care quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were followed, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 46.1% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, according to the same data set.
This hospice's service area, per CMS data, spans 106 ZIP codes from its Orange, CA office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of California is Medicare-certified (CCN 051603) since March 24, 1993, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
According to CMS CAHPS survey data, 77% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 73% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates it serves 106 ZIP codes from its Orange, CA location in Orange County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 106 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is operated as a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 24, 1993.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention to the patient's needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (877) 508-0644 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice at (877) 508-0644 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver support, how staff respond to needs in the final days of life, and how the hospice's CMS survey results compare to others in the area; contact the hospice at (877) 508-0644 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 051603 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051603?state=CA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.