Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051725)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (661) 716-4000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield serves 51 ZIP codes from its Bakersfield, California office in Kern County.
Yes, Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield is Medicare-certified (CCN 051725, since 1998); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield is a for-profit hospice located in Bakersfield, California, serving families in Kern County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 12, 1998 (CCN 051725), and eligible patients can receive care under the Medicare hospice benefit, which covers hospice services when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 3 stars. Of those surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield scored 100.00, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS has also published a care index score of 10 and reports that 10.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff during the last days of life; families should know that when a specific measure is not published, it is often due to small patient counts and does not by itself indicate poor quality.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in Care Compare data, spans 51 ZIP codes. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent vintage published by CMS. This listing does not include cost information beyond noting that the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield is Medicare-certified (CCN 051725) since November 12, 1998, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 83% saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, which is above the California state average of 93.41, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data shows this hospice serves 51 ZIP codes from its Bakersfield, California office in Kern County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 51 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor among several, and CMS publishes quality data regardless of ownership so families can compare on outcomes.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 12, 1998.
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 stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates 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 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 data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield at (661) 716-4000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with this provider, contact Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield at (661) 716-4000 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice performs on CMS quality measures compared to state averages, and its service area; you can also contact Bristol Hospice - Bakersfield at (661) 716-4000 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify this hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051725?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.