Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls
Klamath Falls, OR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 381551)
CMS process measure: 99.44 (state average 96.16 — above state average)
Serves: 16 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (541) 882-1636 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls has a CAHPS family caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.44 is above the Oregon state average of 96.16.
Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls serves 16 ZIP codes from its office in Klamath Falls, Oregon, in Klamath County. Families should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within this service area.
Yes, Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls is Medicare-certified, with CCN 381551, certified since 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls is a for-profit hospice provider located in Klamath Falls, Klamath County, Oregon. It has been Medicare-certified since May 18, 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients 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. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care practices are delivered, Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls scored 99.44, compared to the Oregon state average of 96.16 — placing it above the state average. CMS has also published a care index score of 8 and reports that 24.7% of patients received visits in the final days of life, based on the most recent available data vintage from Medicare Care Compare.
Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls serves a geographic area covering 16 ZIP codes from its Klamath Falls office. Families interested in the specific communities covered should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their address falls within the service area.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by Medicare at the time of this listing. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often reflects small patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls is Medicare-certified (CCN 381551) since May 18, 2005, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 77% 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-of-care score is 99.44, compared to the Oregon state average of 96.16, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 16 ZIP codes from its Klamath Falls, Oregon office in Klamath County; contact the hospice at (541) 882-1636 to confirm coverage of a specific address.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 16 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls is a for-profit provider; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, and CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 18, 2005.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have generally stopped curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No; hospice shifts the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curing an illness, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; contact the hospice at (541) 882-1636 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact the hospice at (541) 882-1636 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, and services offered; contact the hospice at (541) 882-1636 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bristol Hospice - Klamath Falls directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/381551?state=OR to confirm current CMS ratings and measures.
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.