Carewise Hospice, Inc
Oxnard, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 751704)
CMS process measure: 56.52 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 19 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (805) 823-4144 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for Carewise Hospice, Inc, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 56.52, below the California state average of 93.41.
Carewise Hospice, Inc serves 19 ZIP codes from its Oxnard, CA office in Ventura County.
Yes, Carewise Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 751704, since October 2015); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Carewise Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Oxnard, California, serving families in Ventura County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 2, 2015 (CCN 751704).
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for Carewise Hospice, Inc, such as the star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend, or percentage rating the hospice 9-10. This is often due to too few surveyed patients and does not indicate poor quality.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Carewise Hospice, Inc scored 56.52, which is below the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and shows that 73.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on Care Compare data.
Carewise Hospice, Inc's service area includes 19 ZIP codes surrounding its Oxnard office.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Medicare Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are included here. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly and review the Care Compare listing for the most current information before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Carewise Hospice, Inc has been Medicare-certified since October 2, 2015 (CCN 751704), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose 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, often because of a small number of surveyed patients; this does not necessarily reflect quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, Carewise Hospice, Inc scored 56.52, compared to the California state average of 93.41, placing it below the state average. CMS also lists a care index score of 8 and 73.5% of patients receiving visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Carewise Hospice, Inc serves 19 ZIP codes from its Oxnard, California office in Ventura County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 19 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Carewise Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and CAHPS surveys, when available, offer more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Carewise Hospice, Inc has been Medicare-certified since October 2, 2015.
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 typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive medical attention for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for Carewise Hospice, Inc. Please contact the hospice at (805) 823-4144 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 Carewise Hospice, Inc directly at (805) 823-4144 and confirm details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, CMS quality measures, services offered, and how care is coordinated; contact Carewise Hospice, Inc at (805) 823-4144 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Carewise Hospice, Inc's official listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/751704?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.