Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras
Jackson, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051650)
CMS process measure: 90.32 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (209) 223-5500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 98% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 90.32 is below the California state average of 93.41.
Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras serves 45 ZIP codes from its Jackson, CA office in Amador County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras is Medicare-certified (CCN 051650), certified since February 23, 1995. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras is a non-profit hospice based in Jackson, California, serving Amador County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since February 23, 1995 (CCN 051650).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 5-star rating overall. Ninety-eight percent said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 94 percent rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of families who completed the survey and are published by CMS as part of its standardized hospice quality reporting.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core clinical processes performed during a hospice stay, this hospice scored 90.32, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — placing it below the state average on this particular measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 28.8% of patients received visits in their last days of life, per the published data.
Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras serves 45 ZIP codes from its Jackson office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period; families should verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras is Medicare-certified (CCN 051650) and has been since February 23, 1995. 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 Hospice Survey, this hospice received a 5-star rating, with 98% of families saying they would definitely recommend it and 94% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 90.32, compared with a California state average of 93.41, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Jackson, California, in Amador County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras is a non-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it can be a factor families like to know when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 23, 1995.
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 for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor has certified 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 curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (209) 223-5500 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include admission procedures; please contact the hospice directly at (209) 223-5500 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what areas it serves, and how care needs are met between visits — you can review this hospice's published CMS figures above and ask the hospice directly at (209) 223-5500 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Amador & Calaveras directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051650?state=CA to confirm current CMS ratings and information.
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.