Mission Hospice
Pasadena, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051687)
CMS process measure: 98.58 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 170 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (626) 799-2727 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said Mission Hospice would definitely be recommended by 86% of respondents, and 85% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Mission Hospice scored 98.58, above the California state average of 93.41.
Mission Hospice serves 170 ZIP codes from its Pasadena, California office in Los Angeles County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Mission Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051687, since 1996), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mission Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Pasadena, California, serving families in Los Angeles County. It has been Medicare-certified since January 18, 1996, under CCN 051687, meaning the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients here when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, 86% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Mission Hospice, and 85% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure separately from these percentages in the data provided, so families should review the full survey results directly on Care Compare for complete context.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Mission Hospice scored 98.58, compared to the California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. A related care index score of 10 and a rate of 8.6% for visits in the last days of life are also reported by CMS, though families should note these figures represent process measures, not clinical outcomes.
Mission Hospice's service area, per CMS data, spans 170 ZIP codes from its Pasadena office. All figures cited here come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Mission Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 18, 1996 (CCN 051687), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 86% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Mission Hospice, and 85% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Mission Hospice's composite process score is 98.58, compared to the California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data lists Mission Hospice as serving 170 ZIP codes from its Pasadena, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 170 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mission Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not directly determine quality, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS quality data when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Mission Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 18, 1996.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can begin at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for patients typically expected to have six months or less to live.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No, choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive medical attention for symptom management and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Mission Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (626) 799-2727 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Mission Hospice directly at (626) 799-2727 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about family caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice's process measures compare to the state average, and its covered service area — all of which are available for Mission Hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Mission Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051687?state=CA to confirm current 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.