Madrone Hospice, Inc
Yreka, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051657)
CMS process measure: 91.46 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 19 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (530) 842-3160 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Madrone Hospice a 5-star rating in the CMS survey, with 98% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 91.46, which is below the California state average of 93.41.
Madrone Hospice serves 19 ZIP codes from its Yreka, California office in Siskiyou County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Madrone Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 051657), certified since 1995. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that eligibility.
About this hospice
Madrone Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Yreka, California, serving Siskiyou County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since June 28, 1995, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 051657.
According to CMS Care Compare data from the CAHPS Hospice Survey, family caregivers gave Madrone Hospice a 5-star overall rating. Ninety-eight percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 93 percent rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Madrone Hospice scored 91.46, which is below the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 8, and notes that 46.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life.
Madrone Hospice's service area currently includes 19 ZIP codes, based on CMS data.
All figures cited here come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not necessarily indicate anything about quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are provided here. This profile does not describe staffing, facilities, or services beyond what CMS has published.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Madrone Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified under CCN 051657, certified since June 28, 1995, 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 Madrone Hospice received a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 98% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 93% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Madrone Hospice's composite process score is 91.46, which CMS lists as below the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 46.8% of patients received visits in their last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Madrone Hospice serves 19 ZIP codes from its Yreka, California location in Siskiyou County, according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 19 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Madrone Hospice is listed as a for-profit organization in CMS data. Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care; the CAHPS survey results and quality measures are more direct indicators of family experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Madrone Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 28, 1995.
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 patients with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 on care or support, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Madrone Hospice at (530) 842-3160 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data provided does not include intake procedures; contact Madrone Hospice at (530) 842-3160 to learn how to begin care and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what areas it serves, and how it supports patients and families day to day; contact Madrone Hospice at (530) 842-3160 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Madrone Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051657?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.