Hospice Of San Joaquin
Stockton, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051573)
CMS process measure: 99.71 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 53 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (209) 957-3888 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of San Joaquin has a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 94% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.71 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Hospice Of San Joaquin serves 53 ZIP codes from its office in Stockton, California, in San Joaquin County.
Yes, Hospice Of San Joaquin is Medicare-certified (CCN 051573, certified since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of San Joaquin is a non-profit hospice based in Stockton, California, serving San Joaquin County. It has been Medicare-certified since September 20, 1990 (CCN 051573).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hospice Of San Joaquin an overall rating of 5 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 94% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Of San Joaquin scored 99.71, compared to a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 81.8% of patients, per its published data. Where a specific measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen simply because of small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Hospice Of San Joaquin's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 53 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost or fee information is included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to check Care Compare directly for the most current vintage of these figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of San Joaquin is Medicare-certified (CCN 051573) since September 20, 1990, 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?
CMS Care Compare data shows a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 94% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Hospice Of San Joaquin and 91% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 99.71, above the California state average of 93.41, according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of San Joaquin, based in Stockton, San Joaquin County, California, serves 53 ZIP codes per its Care Compare listing.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 53 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 is one factor among many that CMS reports, and families may consider it alongside quality measures and personal preferences.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice Of San Joaquin has been Medicare-certified since September 20, 1990.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life when a patient and their doctor have decided to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and symptom management rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Hospice Of San Joaquin at (209) 957-3888 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Hospice Of San Joaquin directly at (209) 957-3888 to learn about starting care, and verify information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details on Medicare Care Compare and by calling the hospice at (209) 957-3888.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of San Joaquin (CCN 051573) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051573?state=CA to confirm current ratings and service 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.