Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc.
Eureka, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051536)
CMS process measure: 98.51 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 57 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (707) 445-8443 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 98.51 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. serves 57 ZIP codes from its office in Eureka, California, in Humboldt County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. is Medicare-certified, with CCN 051536, certified since 1988. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. is a non-profit hospice based in Eureka, California, serving Humboldt County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since February 25, 1988 (CCN 051536).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 5 stars. Ninety-four percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 92 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers key care processes, Hospice Of Humboldt scored 98.51, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and data show that 48.3 percent of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life. Where a measure is not mentioned here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, often because of small patient counts, and this should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
Hospice Of Humboldt's service area includes 57 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients under a doctor's certification; no additional cost information is provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 051536) since February 25, 1988, 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star overall rating, with 94% saying they would definitely recommend it and 92% rating their 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?
Its composite process score is 98.51, which is above the California state average of 93.41, and CMS lists a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. serves 57 ZIP codes from its Eureka, California office in Humboldt County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 57 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can be a factor families consider, but CMS data shown here does not link ownership directly to quality outcomes.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 25, 1988.
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 a life expectancy of six months or less and are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
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, but it does not mean giving up medical care or support — patients still receive active symptom management and care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. at (707) 445-8443 and verify current service details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. directly at (707) 445-8443 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the hospice's CAHPS survey results, its ZIP code coverage, staffing, and how care is provided, and can verify published figures on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Humboldt, Inc. (CCN 051536) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051536?state=CA to confirm current ratings and details.
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.