Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Riverside Hospice
Corona, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551743)
CMS process measure: 96.53 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 63 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (951) 358-2600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 96.53, above the California state average of 93.41.
This hospice serves 63 ZIP codes from its office in Corona, California, in Riverside County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Riverside Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 551743, certified since 2012. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Riverside Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Corona, California, serving Riverside County. Its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other," and it has been Medicare-certified since November 12, 2012.
According to CMS Care Compare data drawn from the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Of families surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 96.53, compared to a California state average of 93.41 — 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 46.8% of patients, per the published data.
This hospice's service area, per CMS data, covers 63 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures above reflect CMS Care Compare data as supplied and may be updated periodically by CMS. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to review the CMS Care Compare listing directly and contact the hospice for any details not covered by this published data, such as staffing, specific services, or how care is delivered.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Riverside Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 551743, certified since November 12, 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 Hospice Survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% 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 measure score is 96.53, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates it serves 63 ZIP codes from its Corona, California office in Riverside County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 63 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies its ownership as "Other." Ownership type can be one factor among several families consider, but it does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 12, 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 is focused on comfort for those with a life-limiting illness who have generally chosen to stop 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 curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; contact the hospice at (951) 358-2600 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the enrollment process; contact the hospice at (951) 358-2600 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care is coordinated, and how the hospice compares to the state average on CMS quality measures, then contact the hospice at (951) 358-2600 for further specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551743?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.