Alameda Care Hospice
Walnut Creek, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A11736)
CMS process measure: 93.17 (state average 93.41 — at state average)
Serves: 156 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (415) 710-8433 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Alameda Care Hospice 4 out of 5 stars in the CMS survey, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 93.17 is at the state average of 93.41 for California.
Alameda Care Hospice serves 156 ZIP codes from its Walnut Creek, CA office in Alameda county. Families in that broad area can contact the hospice to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Alameda Care Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN A11736, certified since March 10, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Alameda Care Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Walnut Creek, California, serving families in Alameda county and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2021, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) A11736.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of family members who responded to the CMS survey and are published by CMS as part of its Care Compare data set.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects a bundle of care process quality indicators, Alameda Care Hospice scored 93.17, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 93.41 for California. This means the hospice's documented care processes are in line with typical performance statewide, based on the most recent CMS data vintage available.
Alameda Care Hospice reports serving 156 ZIP codes from its Walnut Creek office, indicating a broad service area for families across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. No cost or fee details are included here. Families are encouraged to confirm current information directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Alameda Care Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A11736) since March 10, 2021, 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?
CMS survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 93.17, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 93.41 for California.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Alameda Care Hospice reports serving 156 ZIP codes from its Walnut Creek, CA office in Alameda county.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 156 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Alameda Care Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are more useful indicators for comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2021.
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 for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data set does not specify the settings offered by Alameda Care Hospice; please contact the hospice at (415) 710-8433 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe an intake process; please contact Alameda Care Hospice directly at (415) 710-8433 to learn how to begin care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality scores compared to state averages, service area, and how care needs would be met; contact Alameda Care Hospice at (415) 710-8433 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Alameda Care Hospice (CCN A11736) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A11736?state=CA to review CMS's published 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.