Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice
Tustin, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551634)
CMS process measure: 94.75 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 90 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (714) 734-5464 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice a 2-star CAHPS rating, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 94.75, above the California state average of 93.41.
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice serves 90 ZIP codes from its Tustin, California office in Orange County.
Yes, Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 551634, certified since 2011. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice provider based in Tustin, California, serving families in Orange County. The hospice has an ownership type listed as "Other" with CMS, and it has been Medicare-certified since December 12, 2011.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave this hospice a 2-star rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 94.75, compared to a California state average of 93.41 \u2014 placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 49.9% of patients, based on published CMS data.
This hospice reports serving 90 ZIP codes from its Tustin office, reflecting a broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often occurs simply because of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly and consult Medicare Care Compare for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 551634), certified since December 12, 2011, 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 CAHPS survey data shows a 2-star family caregiver rating, with 79% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 77% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 94.75, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It reports serving 90 ZIP codes from its Tustin, California office in Orange County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 90 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run \u2014 and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can be a helpful data point, but CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are generally more direct indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 12, 2011.
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 specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor believes life expectancy is six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided \u2014 at home or in a facility?
The specific settings where this hospice provides care are not detailed in the available CMS data; please contact the hospice at (714) 734-5464 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Starting hospice care typically requires a doctor's certification of eligibility; for specific steps with this provider, please contact the hospice at (714) 734-5464 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, service area, and staff availability; contact the hospice at (714) 734-5464 for details not covered by published CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Kaiser Foundation Hospital Anaheim Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551634?state=CA to review its current CMS-published data.
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.