California Hospice Services, Inc
Norwalk, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01735)
CMS process measure: 94.44 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 60 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (323) 545-2565 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for California Hospice Services, Inc, so no star rating or percent-recommend figures are available. However, its CMS composite process score of 94.44 is above the California state average of 93.41.
California Hospice Services, Inc serves 60 ZIP codes from its Norwalk, CA office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, California Hospice Services, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01735, since 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
California Hospice Services, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Norwalk, California, serving families in Los Angeles County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since February 27, 2020, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) A01735.
According to CMS Care Compare data, California Hospice Services, Inc has a composite process measure score of 94.44, which is above the California state average of 93.41. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, such as timely assessments and symptom management. CMS has not published a CAHPS family caregiver survey star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10 for this provider, which is common for hospices with smaller patient counts; this absence does not indicate poor quality, only that CMS has not published survey results.
California Hospice Services, Inc reports serving 60 ZIP codes from its Norwalk office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, California Hospice Services, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01735) since February 27, 2020, 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (such as a star rating or percent who would recommend) for this hospice, which often happens with smaller patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 94.44, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 60 ZIP codes from its Norwalk, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 60 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
California Hospice Services, Inc is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not directly determine care quality, but it is a factor some families like to know when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 27, 2020.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can begin 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 believes life expectancy is 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; patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (323) 545-2565 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include intake or referral details; please contact the hospice directly at (323) 545-2565 and verify information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about services offered, how staff communicate with patients and families, and how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures such as the composite process score; contact the hospice at (323) 545-2565 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01735?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.