Lightbridge Hospice
San Diego, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051763)
CMS process measure: 91.06 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 86 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (858) 458-2992 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Lightbridge Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 91.06 is below the California state average of 93.41.
Lightbridge Hospice serves 86 ZIP codes from its San Diego, CA office in San Diego County.
Yes, Lightbridge Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051763, since 2003); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lightbridge Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in San Diego, California, serving families in San Diego County. It has been Medicare-certified since August 6, 2003 (CCN 051763).
According to CMS Care Compare data, families who worked with Lightbridge Hospice gave it a CAHPS family caregiver rating of 4 stars. In the CMS survey, 89% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Lightbridge Hospice scored 91.06, which is below the California state average of 93.41. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice completed a bundle of recommended care processes, such as timely assessments, based on CMS's published methodology. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 48.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, according to the most recent Care Compare data.
Lightbridge Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 86 ZIP codes, indicating a broad coverage area from its San Diego office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should check the Care Compare website for the most current vintage of these figures. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here. This profile does not describe staff, facilities, or specific services, as CMS data does not include that information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Lightbridge Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051763) since August 6, 2003, 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 survey, Lightbridge Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% 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?
Lightbridge Hospice's composite process-of-care score is 91.06, which is below the California state average of 93.41, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data shows Lightbridge Hospice serving 86 ZIP codes from its San Diego, California office in San Diego County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 86 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Lightbridge Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS's CAHPS ratings and process measures offer a more direct look at reported care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Lightbridge Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 6, 2003.
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 generally for those who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates 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 curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify where Lightbridge Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (858) 458-2992 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact Lightbridge Hospice at (858) 458-2992 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about the CAHPS caregiver ratings, the CMS process measure scores, the ZIP codes served, and how the hospice's staff supports patients and families — contact Lightbridge Hospice at (858) 458-2992 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lightbridge Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051763?state=CA to confirm its current CMS 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.