Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice
Portland, OR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 381502)
CMS process measure: 99.02 (state average 96.16 — above state average)
Serves: 98 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (503) 499-5200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave this hospice 3 out of 5 stars in the CMS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.02 is above the Oregon state average of 96.16.
Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice serves 98 ZIP codes from its Portland, Oregon office in Multnomah County.
Yes, Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 381502, certified since 1984. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies they meet eligibility requirements.
About this hospice
Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice is a for-profit hospice program based in Portland, Oregon, serving families in Multnomah County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 22, 1984.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 3 stars. Among respondents, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, this hospice scored 99.02, compared with a state average of 96.16 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 67.0% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, based on the data CMS has published for this hospice.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 98 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose physician certifies a terminal prognosis; this listing does not include cost or coverage details beyond that fact.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 381502), certified since October 22, 1984, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 86% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% 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-of-care score is 99.02, compared to an Oregon state average of 96.16, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates this hospice serves 98 ZIP codes from its Portland, Oregon location in Multnomah County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 98 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality and survey measures are a more direct indicator of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 22, 1984.
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 stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor certifies 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 curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; contact the hospice at (503) 499-5200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The available data does not describe the intake process; contact the hospice directly at (503) 499-5200 to learn how to begin care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, staffing, services offered, and how care is coordinated; contact this hospice at (503) 499-5200 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice (CCN 381502) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/381502?state=OR to review its 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.