Ardent Care Hospice, Inc
Burbank, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN D61536)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 5 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 387-6131 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results or a composite process score for Ardent Care Hospice, Inc, so a star rating or recommendation percentage is not currently available. This is common for hospices with small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Ardent Care Hospice, Inc serves 5 ZIP codes from its Burbank, California office in Los Angeles County, according to CMS data.
Yes, Ardent Care Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN D61536), certified since May 15, 2024, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Ardent Care Hospice, Inc is a Medicare-certified hospice serving Burbank, California and the surrounding Los Angeles County area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 15, 2024. CMS has not published ownership type information for this hospice in the data available.
CMS surveys family caregivers of hospice patients through the CAHPS Hospice Survey to learn about their experiences. For Ardent Care Hospice, Inc, CMS has not published a CAHPS star rating, a percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, or a percentage who rated the hospice 9 or 10, in the current Care Compare data. This is often the case for hospices with small patient counts, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
CMS also tracks a composite process measure that reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes. The statewide average composite score in California is 93.41, but CMS has not reported a composite score specifically for this hospice, and the comparison to the state average is listed as not reported.
Ardent Care Hospice, Inc's service area currently includes 5 ZIP codes, based on CMS data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to check the Care Compare website for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Ardent Care Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN D61536) as of May 15, 2024, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies they are eligible.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results, such as a star rating or percentage who would recommend, for this hospice, which is common for hospices with small patient counts.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process score for this hospice; the California state average composite score is 93.41, but no comparison figure is available for Ardent Care Hospice, Inc.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Ardent Care Hospice, Inc serves 5 ZIP codes from its office in Burbank, California, in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 5 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS data provided does not include the ownership type for this hospice. Ownership type can be a factor some families consider, and it can be verified directly with the hospice.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Ardent Care Hospice, Inc has been Medicare-certified since May 15, 2024, 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 for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor believes life expectancy is six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice provides care; contact Ardent Care Hospice, Inc at (818) 387-6131 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Ardent Care Hospice, Inc at (818) 387-6131 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can ask Ardent Care Hospice, Inc these questions directly at (818) 387-6131.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Ardent Care Hospice, Inc (CCN D61536) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/D61536?state=CA to review current 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.