Aster Health
Moorpark, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN B31679)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 4 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (805) 600-8008 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process score for Aster Health in the data available, so a specific rating cannot be given at this time. Families can check Medicare Care Compare directly for the most current published figures.
Aster Health serves 4 ZIP codes from its office in Moorpark, California, in Ventura County.
Yes, Aster Health is Medicare-certified, with CCN B31679, certified since January 11, 2022; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Aster Health is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Moorpark, California, serving families in Ventura County. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 11, 2022. The data provided does not include the ownership type (for-profit, non-profit, or government), so families should confirm this directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
CMS collects feedback from family caregivers through the CAHPS Hospice Survey, which reports a star rating and the percentage of families who would definitely recommend the hospice, along with the percentage rating the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. For Aster Health, CMS has not published these CAHPS survey results, which often happens when a hospice has served a small number of patients during the survey period. This does not indicate poor quality; it simply means the data is not yet available.
CMS also tracks a composite process measure that reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes. This figure is also not available for Aster Health in the data provided, though the California state average composite score is 93.41, and the comparison status is listed as 'not reported.'
Aster Health's service area, per CMS data, covers 4 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is available or implied here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Aster Health is Medicare-certified (CCN B31679, since January 11, 2022), 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 Aster Health in this data, which often happens with a small number of surveyed patients rather than indicating a quality concern.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
A composite process score for Aster Health is not available in this data; the California state average composite score is 93.41, and the comparison status is listed as 'not reported.'
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Aster Health serves 4 ZIP codes from its Moorpark, California office in Ventura County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 4 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The ownership type for Aster Health is not included in this data; families can confirm this by contacting the hospice at (805) 600-8008 or checking Medicare Care Compare, as ownership type can affect governance but not Medicare certification standards.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Aster Health has been Medicare-certified since January 11, 2022.
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 patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Aster Health provides care; please contact the hospice at (805) 600-8008 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Aster Health directly at (805) 600-8008 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver survey results, service area, certification history, and how care is coordinated; contact Aster Health at (805) 600-8008 for specifics not covered in this data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Aster Health directly using this link: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/B31679?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.