Hoag Hospice, Llc
Newport Beach, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551666)
CMS process measure: 98.62 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 101 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (714) 460-2219 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hoag Hospice received a 3-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.62 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Hoag Hospice serves 101 ZIP codes from its Newport Beach, California office, located in Orange County.
Yes, Hoag Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 551666, certified since 2012); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hoag Hospice, LLC is a non-profit hospice provider based in Newport Beach, California, serving Orange County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since July 11, 2012 (CCN 551666).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hoag Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among survey respondents, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 81% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistent delivery of core hospice care processes, Hoag Hospice scored 98.62, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS data also show that 58.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the visits-near-end-of-life measure reported by CMS.
Hoag Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 101 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hoag Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 551666, since 2012), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Hoag Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hoag Hospice's CMS composite process score is 98.62, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hoag Hospice serves 101 ZIP codes from its Newport Beach, California office in Orange County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 101 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hoag Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, though CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hoag Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 11, 2012.
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 are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with 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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Hoag Hospice at (714) 460-2219 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Hoag Hospice at (714) 460-2219 to discuss how to begin care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, ZIP codes served, and how care is coordinated; contact Hoag Hospice at (714) 460-2219 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Hoag Hospice's CMS data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551666?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.