Medline Quality Hospice, Inc
Glendale, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN B21636)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 6 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 659-8290 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for Medline Quality Hospice, Inc, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. The hospice's composite process score compared to the California state average of 93.41 is also listed by CMS as not reported, which often reflects a small number of surveyed patients rather than a quality issue.
Medline Quality Hospice, Inc serves 6 ZIP codes from its Glendale, CA office in Los Angeles County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their location is included.
Yes, Medline Quality Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN B21636), certified since July 12, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Medline Quality Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Glendale, California, serving families in Los Angeles County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 12, 2021, meaning it meets federal requirements to provide hospice services covered under the Medicare hospice benefit.
According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice serves 6 ZIP codes from its Glendale office, reflecting a relatively focused local service area. CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results (such as star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice, which often occurs when a hospice has too few surveyed patients for CMS to report reliable figures. This does not indicate poor quality — it simply means the data has not been made public.
CMS lists a care index score of 8 for this hospice. The composite process measure comparison to the California state average of 93.41 is listed by CMS as 'not reported' for this hospice, again likely due to limited patient volume rather than any quality concern.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that general fact. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly and review the latest information on Medicare Care Compare before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Medline Quality Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN B21636) since July 12, 2021, 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, which often happens when there are too few surveyed patients to report reliably — it does not imply poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS lists this hospice's composite process score comparison to the California state average of 93.41 as 'not reported,' and the care index score listed is 8.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 6 ZIP codes from its Glendale, CA office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 6 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Medline Quality Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it so families can consider it alongside other measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 12, 2021.
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 rather than cure and is typically used when a person is no longer pursuing curative treatment and has a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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 medical or emotional support, and patients can still receive care aimed at managing pain and symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (818) 659-8290 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact the hospice directly at (818) 659-8290 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, service area, staffing, and how quality measures compare to state averages; for specifics on this hospice, contact them at (818) 659-8290 and review the Medicare Care Compare listing.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Medline Quality Hospice, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/B21636?state=CA to review its current CMS-reported 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.