Anchor Health
Petaluma, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A11746)
CMS process measure: 99.77 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 199 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (415) 598-0944 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Anchor Health has a CAHPS family-caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its CMS composite process score of 99.77 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Anchor Health serves 199 ZIP codes from its office in Petaluma, California, located in Sonoma County.
Yes, Anchor Health is Medicare-certified, with CCN A11746, certified since 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Anchor Health is a for-profit hospice based in Petaluma, California, serving families in Sonoma County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 14, 2021.
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, which reflects the experiences of family caregivers, Anchor Health received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Anchor Health scored 99.77, which is above the California state average of 93.41. The hospice's care index score is listed at 9, and CMS data show that 49.5% of patients received visits in the final days of life, though this figure alone does not capture the full picture of care delivered.
Anchor Health's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 199 ZIP codes from its Petaluma office. Where any measure is not mentioned above, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur simply because of a small number of surveyed patients rather than any indication of quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Anchor Health is Medicare-certified (CCN A11746) since February 14, 2021, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Anchor Health received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Anchor Health's composite process score is 99.77, which CMS data show is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Anchor Health serves 199 ZIP codes from its office in Petaluma, Sonoma County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 199 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Anchor Health is organized as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Anchor Health has been Medicare-certified since February 14, 2021, according to CMS records.
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 chosen to stop curative treatment 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 toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for Anchor Health; please contact the hospice directly at (415) 598-0944 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The listing data does not describe intake steps; please contact Anchor Health at (415) 598-0944 to learn how to begin care and confirm current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You may wish to ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Anchor Health directly using its CMS Certification Number A11746 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A11746?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.