Advantage Health Systems
San Diego, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551686)
CMS process measure: 96.43 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 85 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (858) 547-0077 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Advantage Health Systems has a 2-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 72% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 96.43 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Advantage Health Systems serves 85 ZIP codes from its San Diego, California office in San Diego County.
Yes, Advantage Health Systems is Medicare-certified, with CCN 551686, certified since 2013; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Advantage Health Systems is a for-profit hospice serving San Diego, California and surrounding communities in San Diego County. It has been Medicare-certified since February 20, 2013, identified by CMS Certification Number (CCN) 551686.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Advantage Health Systems an overall rating of 2 stars. Among respondents, 72% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 72% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects the share of recommended care processes delivered, Advantage Health Systems scored 96.43, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and shows that 18.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, though families should note this is a specific clinical measure and not a summary of overall quality.
Advantage Health Systems' service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 85 ZIP codes, indicating a fairly broad reach from its San Diego office.
Advantage Health Systems participates in the Medicare hospice benefit, which covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond this are available here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published vintage available to CMS. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, that omission may reflect small patient counts rather than any indication of quality, and families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice or through Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Advantage Health Systems is Medicare-certified (CCN 551686) since February 20, 2013, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Advantage Health Systems received an overall family caregiver rating of 2 stars, with 72% saying they would definitely recommend it and 72% rating their care 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-of-care score is 96.43, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Advantage Health Systems serves 85 ZIP codes from its office in San Diego, San Diego County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 85 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Advantage Health Systems is organized as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but it is a fact families sometimes consider alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Advantage Health Systems has been Medicare-certified since February 20, 2013.
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 is generally for patients who have stopped treatments aimed at curing their illness and are focused on comfort in the final phase of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on medical or emotional support, and patients can still receive treatment for pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Advantage Health Systems at (858) 547-0077 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The steps to begin care are not included in this data; contact Advantage Health Systems at (858) 547-0077 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, CMS quality measures, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families — details you can confirm directly with Advantage Health Systems at (858) 547-0077 or via Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Advantage Health Systems (CCN 551686) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551686?state=CA to see the latest published CMS data.
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.