By The Bay Health
Larkspur, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051508)
CMS process measure: 99.51 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 93 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (415) 927-2273 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
By The Bay Health earned 4 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 99.51 is above the California state average of 93.41.
By The Bay Health serves 93 ZIP codes from its office in Larkspur, California, in Marin County.
Yes, By The Bay Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 051508, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
By The Bay Health is a non-profit hospice based in Larkspur, California, serving Marin County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since July 31, 1984, meaning it has provided care under Medicare oversight for several decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave By The Bay Health an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a set of important care processes, By The Bay Health scored 99.51, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 34.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
By The Bay Health's service area covers 93 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach for families in and around Marin County.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, often due to small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, By The Bay Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 051508, since July 31, 1984), 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?
Family caregivers gave By The Bay Health an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% 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 99.51, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
By The Bay Health serves 93 ZIP codes from its Larkspur, California office in Marin County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 93 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
By The Bay Health is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can affect how a hospice reinvests revenue, but CMS quality measures reported here reflect its actual performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 31, 1984.
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 focuses on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment, usually with a prognosis 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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for By The Bay Health; please contact the hospice at (415) 927-2273 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact By The Bay Health directly at (415) 927-2273 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, and the range of ZIP codes served — all of which are covered above for By The Bay Health; for specifics on services and staffing, contact the hospice directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review By The Bay Health's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051508?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.