Ann Hospice, Inc.
Encino, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01685)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 238-0088 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Ann Hospice, so a star rating or recommend percentage isn't available. Its composite process score is also not reported compared with California's state average of 93.41.
Ann Hospice serves 51 ZIP codes from its Encino, California office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Ann Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN A01685, since September 13, 2019); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Ann Hospice, Inc. is a for-profit hospice located in Encino, California, serving Los Angeles County. It has been Medicare-certified since September 13, 2019 (CCN A01685).
CMS Care Compare does not currently publish CAHPS family caregiver survey results — such as star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend the hospice, or percentage rating it 9-10 — for this hospice. This is often the case for hospices with smaller patient counts, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality; it simply means CMS has not yet published this data.
Similarly, a specific composite process-of-care score comparison for Ann Hospice is not reported by CMS (marked "not reported" versus the state average composite score of 93.41). CMS does list a care index score of 8 and reports 0.0% for visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent Care Compare data vintage available.
Ann Hospice serves a broad area, covering 51 ZIP codes from its Encino, CA office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility. No cost or fee details are included here beyond that general Medicare coverage fact.
Families are encouraged to verify all current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact Ann Hospice directly with any questions about their specific circumstances.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Ann Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN A01685) since September 13, 2019, 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, which often happens with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS lists Ann Hospice's composite process score as "not reported" compared to California's state average of 93.41; CMS does report a care index score of 8 and 0.0% for visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Ann Hospice serves 51 ZIP codes from its Encino, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 51 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Ann Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor CMS reports, but it does not by itself determine quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Ann Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 13, 2019.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive supportive medical care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Ann Hospice delivers care; please contact them at (818) 238-0088 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Ann Hospice at (818) 238-0088 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and staffing — contact Ann Hospice at (818) 238-0088 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Ann Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01685?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.