Epione Hospice, Inc
Torrance, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 921777)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 6 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 930-5010 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite quality score for Epione Hospice, so no star rating or recommendation percentage is currently available. Families can check Medicare Care Compare directly for the latest updates, as this is often due to a small number of surveyed patients rather than a reflection of care quality.
Epione Hospice, Inc serves 6 ZIP codes from its Torrance, California office in Los Angeles County. This reflects a relatively localized service area based on the most recent CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Epione Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 921777, certified since June 15, 2018. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Epione Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice agency based in Torrance, California, serving families in Los Angeles County. The agency has been Medicare-certified since June 15, 2018, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 921777.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Epione Hospice currently serves 6 ZIP codes from its Torrance office, reflecting a modest, localized service area.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice. This is often the case for smaller hospices where patient survey counts are too low to meet CMS reporting thresholds, and it does not indicate poor quality of care. Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Epione Hospice, so no comparison to the California state average of 93.41 can be made at this time. Families are encouraged to check Medicare Care Compare directly for the most current figures, as CMS updates this data periodically.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify, once a physician certifies eligibility. No cost details beyond this general coverage fact are provided here.
Families considering Epione Hospice are encouraged to contact the agency directly to discuss services, and to verify all figures on Medicare Care Compare, since CMS data is updated regularly and reflects a specific reporting period.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Epione Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 921777) since June 15, 2018. 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 for Epione Hospice, which often happens when patient counts are too small to report — it does not suggest poor 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 Epione Hospice, so no comparison to the California state average of 93.41 is currently possible.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Epione Hospice serves 6 ZIP codes from its Torrance, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 6 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Epione Hospice, Inc is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but families may wish to review CMS quality data alongside ownership when comparing options.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Epione Hospice, Inc has been Medicare-certified since June 15, 2018.
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 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 from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, but rather receiving a different kind of support centered on comfort.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Epione Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (818) 930-5010 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care with Epione Hospice, contact them directly at (818) 930-5010 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and staffing — Epione Hospice can be reached at (818) 930-5010 to discuss these directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Epione Hospice, Inc's certification and any published quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/921777?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.