Bridge Hospice
Salinas, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN B21615)
CMS process measure: 83.92 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 39 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (831) 216-5585 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS Care Compare data shows 73% of family caregivers surveyed said they would definitely recommend Bridge Hospice, and 72% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Bridge Hospice scored 83.92, below the California state average of 93.41.
Bridge Hospice serves 39 ZIP codes from its Salinas, California office in Monterey County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Bridge Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN B21615, certified since July 2, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bridge Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Salinas, California, serving Monterey County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since July 2, 2021, under CCN B21615.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 73% would definitely recommend Bridge Hospice to others, and 72% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen when patient counts are small; this should not be read as an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Bridge Hospice scored 83.92, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 24.3% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per Care Compare data.
Bridge Hospice serves 39 ZIP codes from its Salinas office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as made available to this directory. Families are encouraged to review the official Care Compare listing directly and to contact Bridge Hospice for any additional questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Bridge Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN B21615) since July 2, 2021, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 73% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Bridge Hospice, and 72% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10; CMS has not published a separate star rating in this data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Bridge Hospice's composite process score is 83.92, compared with a California state average of 93.41, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bridge Hospice serves 39 ZIP codes from its office in Salinas, Monterey County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 39 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bridge Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is disclosed by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bridge Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 2, 2021.
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 estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
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?
This data does not specify where Bridge Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (831) 216-5585 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 Bridge Hospice directly at (831) 216-5585 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and what areas are served — Bridge Hospice's Care Compare data can be a starting point, and further questions can be directed to (831) 216-5585.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Bridge Hospice's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/B21615?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.