Armstrong Hospice
Orangevale, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01690)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 10 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (916) 936-4501 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process measure score for Armstrong Hospice, often because of a small number of surveyed patients. This does not necessarily indicate anything about the quality of care provided.
Armstrong Hospice serves 10 ZIP codes from its Orangevale, California office in Sacramento County.
Yes, Armstrong Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A01690, since December 2019); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Armstrong Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Orangevale, California, serving families in Sacramento County. It has been Medicare-certified since December 20, 2019 (CCN A01690).
According to CMS Care Compare data, Armstrong Hospice's CAHPS family caregiver survey results — including star rating, percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, and percentage rating it 9-10 — have not been published for this hospice. This is often due to too few surveyed patients to report reliably, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score or care index score for Armstrong Hospice that can be compared to the California state average of 93.41. CMS also has not published data on the percentage of visits made in the last days of life for this hospice. Where CMS data is missing, it typically reflects reporting thresholds rather than the quality of care provided.
Armstrong Hospice serves 10 ZIP codes from its Orangevale office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to review the official Care Compare listing directly and to contact Armstrong Hospice for further details about their specific circumstances.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Armstrong Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A01690) since December 20, 2019. 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 Armstrong Hospice, often because too few patients were surveyed. This does not imply anything negative about the quality of care.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Armstrong Hospice to compare against the California state average of 93.41. Again, this is commonly due to reporting thresholds rather than quality concerns.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Armstrong Hospice serves 10 ZIP codes from its Orangevale, California location in Sacramento County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 10 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Armstrong Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and family feedback, where published, offer more specific insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Armstrong Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 20, 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 is generally 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 focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where Armstrong Hospice delivers care. Please contact the hospice at (916) 936-4501 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 Armstrong Hospice at (916) 936-4501 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated. Contact Armstrong Hospice at (916) 936-4501 for specifics not covered by published CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Armstrong Hospice's official listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01690?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.