Art Of Hospice, Inc
Encino, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A11627)
CMS process measure: 85.71 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 52 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 800-3822 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a CAHPS family caregiver survey star rating or recommend percentage for Art Of Hospice, Inc. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scores 85.71, which is below the California state average of 93.41.
Art Of Hospice, Inc serves 52 ZIP codes from its office in Encino, California, in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Art Of Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A11627), certified since July 2, 2020. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Art Of Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Encino, California, serving families in Los Angeles County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 2, 2020 (CCN A11627).
CMS Care Compare does not show a published CAHPS family caregiver survey star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10 for this hospice. This is often the result of a small number of surveyed patients and should not be read as a sign of poor quality — it simply means CMS has not published these figures for this provider.
CMS does report a composite process measure score of 85.71 for Art Of Hospice, Inc, which is below the California state average of 93.41. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice completed a set of recommended care processes, based on claims and assessment data submitted to CMS. A separate care index figure of 6 is also on file, though CMS provides limited context for how this number should be interpreted alongside the composite score.
Art Of Hospice, Inc reports serving 52 ZIP codes from its Encino office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries once a doctor certifies a qualifying prognosis; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period; families should verify current details directly with CMS or the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Art Of Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A11627) since July 2, 2020, 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 (star rating, percent who would recommend, or percent rating 9-10) for this hospice, often due to a small number of surveyed patients.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 85.71, which is below the California state average of 93.41. A care index score of 6 is also reported by CMS.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Art Of Hospice, Inc serves 52 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 52 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Art Of Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, and CMS quality measures should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 2, 2020.
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 focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions and can discuss options with their care team.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Art Of Hospice, Inc at (818) 800-3822 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Art Of Hospice, Inc at (818) 800-3822 to ask how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the CAHPS survey results, the composite process measure compared to the state average, the service area, and how the hospice communicates with families — Art Of Hospice, Inc can be reached at (818) 800-3822 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Art Of Hospice, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A11627?state=CA to confirm current CMS-reported details.
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.