Buena Vista Hospice
Thousand Oaks, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051787)
CMS process measure: 97.85 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 55 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (805) 777-1133 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Buena Vista Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.85 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Buena Vista Hospice serves 55 ZIP codes from its Thousand Oaks, California office in Ventura County.
Yes, Buena Vista Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051787, since 2005); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Buena Vista Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Thousand Oaks, California, serving Ventura County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since November 10, 2005, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 051787.
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Buena Vista Hospice earned an overall rating of 4 stars. Among families surveyed, 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this provider.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Buena Vista Hospice scored 97.85, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports that 42.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, and a care index score of 10.
Buena Vista Hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 55 ZIP codes radiating from its Thousand Oaks office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the current listing directly on Care Compare for the most up-to-date figures, as CMS periodically refreshes its data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Buena Vista Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051787) since November 10, 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 Hospice Survey, Buena Vista Hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.85, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Buena Vista Hospice serves 55 ZIP codes from its office in Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 55 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Buena Vista Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, so it's worth reviewing the CMS survey results and quality scores alongside this information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Buena Vista Hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 10, 2005.
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 certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, attention, or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Buena Vista Hospice at (805) 777-1133 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care, contact Buena Vista Hospice directly at (805) 777-1133 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and the size of the service area — all of which are reported for Buena Vista Hospice above; for questions about specific services, contact the hospice at (805) 777-1133.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Buena Vista Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051787?state=CA to confirm 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.