Md Preferred Hospice, Inc
Santa Fe Springs, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 921552)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (888) 670-0838 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process score comparison for Md Preferred Hospice, Inc, so a star rating or recommendation percentage isn't available. The hospice does have a reported care index score of 7, but this is not a survey-based satisfaction measure.
Md Preferred Hospice, Inc serves 32 ZIP codes from its Santa Fe Springs, CA office in Los Angeles County. Families in the surrounding area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Md Preferred Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 921552, since 2016); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No further cost or coverage details beyond that are provided here.
About this hospice
Md Preferred Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Santa Fe Springs, California, serving families in Los Angeles County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 16, 2016, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 921552.
According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has a care index score of 7. CMS has not published the CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend, and percentage rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice, which often happens when the number of surveyed patients is small; this does not indicate poor quality, only that CMS has not released the figures publicly. Similarly, CMS has not reported this hospice's composite process measure score against the state average of 93.41 for California, so no direct comparison ('vs_state: not reported') can be made at this time.
Md Preferred Hospice, Inc reports serving 32 ZIP codes from its Santa Fe Springs office, reflecting a moderately broad service area within the surrounding region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that care is needed; no cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly at (888) 670-0838 or review the official CMS Care Compare listing for the most current details, staffing information, and services offered, since these are not included in the published dataset used for this profile.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Md Preferred Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 921552) since August 16, 2016, 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, often because of small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not reported a composite process score comparison for this hospice against the California state average of 93.41; the hospice's care index score is listed as 7.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Md Preferred Hospice, Inc serves 32 ZIP codes from its office in Santa Fe Springs, California, in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, and families are encouraged to review published CMS measures alongside ownership status.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 16, 2016.
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 focuses on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have 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 on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Md Preferred Hospice, Inc at (888) 670-0838 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The steps to begin care are not included in the CMS data; please contact the hospice directly at (888) 670-0838 or check the Medicare Care Compare listing for guidance.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and services offered; contact Md Preferred Hospice, Inc at (888) 670-0838 for specifics not published by CMS.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Md Preferred Hospice, Inc's certification and published quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/921552?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.