Bristol Hospice Fresno
Fresno, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051769)
CMS process measure: 99.72 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 112 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (559) 320-4000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bristol Hospice Fresno received an overall 3-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 83% of caregivers saying they'd definitely recommend it. On the CMS composite process measure, it scored 99.72, above the California state average of 93.41.
Bristol Hospice Fresno serves 112 ZIP codes from its Fresno, California office in Fresno County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Bristol Hospice Fresno is Medicare-certified (CCN 051769), certified since 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Bristol Hospice Fresno is a for-profit hospice serving Fresno, California and the surrounding area of Fresno County. It has been Medicare-certified since July 15, 2004 (CCN 051769).
According to the CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Bristol Hospice Fresno 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 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes are delivered, Bristol Hospice Fresno scored 99.72, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 16.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the published data.
Bristol Hospice Fresno's service area, as listed by CMS, covers 112 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the case when a hospice serves too few patients in a given period for a reliable figure, and should not be read as a sign of poor quality. Families are encouraged to review the current data directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bristol Hospice Fresno is Medicare-certified (CCN 051769) and has been since 07/15/2004. 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 Care Compare data shows an overall CAHPS star rating of 3, with 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice 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 99.72, which is above the California state average of 93.41, according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare lists Bristol Hospice Fresno as serving 112 ZIP codes from its Fresno, Fresno County, California location.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 112 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bristol Hospice Fresno is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results give a more direct picture of patient experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 15, 2004.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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 forgoing medical attention, symptom management, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Bristol Hospice Fresno at (559) 320-4000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact Bristol Hospice Fresno directly at (559) 320-4000 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 care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how the hospice supports patients and families day to day; contact Bristol Hospice Fresno at (559) 320-4000 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bristol Hospice Fresno (CCN 051769) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051769?state=CA to review the most current CMS data.
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.