Central Coast Home Health, Inc
San Luis Obispo, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551604)
CMS process measure: 98.82 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 61 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (805) 543-2244 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Central Coast Home Health, Inc has earned a 4-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.82 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Central Coast Home Health, Inc serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in San Luis Obispo, California, in San Luis Obispo County.
Yes, Central Coast Home Health, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 551604, certified since April 15, 2011. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Central Coast Home Health, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in San Luis Obispo, California, serving families in San Luis Obispo County. It has been Medicare-certified since April 15, 2011 (CCN 551604), meaning the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of family caregivers as reported to CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, this hospice scored 98.82, which is above the California state average of 93.41. This indicates stronger-than-average performance on this particular measure compared to other hospices in the state, based on published CMS data.
Central Coast Home Health, Inc reports serving 61 ZIP codes from its San Luis Obispo office, reflecting a fairly broad service area across the surrounding region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare hospice data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Central Coast Home Health, Inc has been Medicare-certified since April 15, 2011 (CCN 551604), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS Care Compare data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 98.82, compared to the California state average of 93.41 — above the state average based on published CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 61 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Central Coast Home Health, Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality and survey measures offer a more direct comparison.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 15, 2011.
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 patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, but rather choosing a different kind of care focused on comfort and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (805) 543-2244 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Central Coast Home Health, Inc, contact them directly at (805) 543-2244 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver support, how quickly care can begin, and how the hospice's CAHPS and quality scores compare to others; contact Central Coast Home Health, Inc at (805) 543-2244 for specifics and review their profile on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Central Coast Home Health, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551604?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.