Central Hospice, Inc.
Glendale, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01644)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 4 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 951-8400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results or a composite process score for Central Hospice, Inc., so no star rating or recommendation percentage is currently available. This is often the case for smaller hospices and does not indicate poor quality.
Central Hospice, Inc. serves 4 ZIP codes from its Glendale, CA office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Central Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN A01644, since 2019); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Central Hospice, Inc. is a for-profit hospice based in Glendale, California, serving Los Angeles County. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since July 22, 2019 (CCN A01644).
CMS collects feedback from family caregivers through the CAHPS Hospice Survey, and publishes composite process-of-care measures for certified hospices. For Central Hospice, Inc., CMS has not published a CAHPS star rating, percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, or percentage rating the hospice 9-10, in the currently available Care Compare data. This is common for smaller hospices with limited patient counts and does not indicate poor quality of care — it simply means CMS has not released those figures for this provider.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Central Hospice, Inc. that can be compared to the California state average, which stands at 93.41 according to the latest CMS data. The comparison to the state average is listed as 'not reported.'
Central Hospice, Inc. serves a service area covering 4 ZIP codes from its Glendale office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that the patient meets eligibility requirements. No cost details are provided here beyond that general fact.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Central Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN A01644) since July 22, 2019. 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 survey results for Central Hospice, Inc., which often happens with hospices that have smaller patient counts. This does not imply anything negative about the quality of care.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Central Hospice, Inc., so it is listed as 'not reported' compared to the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Central Hospice, Inc. serves 4 ZIP codes from its Glendale, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 4 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Central Hospice, Inc. is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it is one factor CMS discloses for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Central Hospice, Inc. has been Medicare-certified since July 22, 2019.
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?
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, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where Central Hospice, Inc. delivers care. Please contact the hospice at (818) 951-8400 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data available does not describe the intake process. Please contact Central Hospice, Inc. at (818) 951-8400 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; for Central Hospice, Inc. specifically, contact them at (818) 951-8400 for details not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review official CMS data for Central Hospice, Inc. at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01644?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.