Nightingale'S Hospice
Murrieta, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01725)
CMS process measure: 91.81 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 46 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (951) 200-6695 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Nightingale's Hospice a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 83% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 91.81, slightly below the California state average of 93.41.
Nightingale's Hospice serves 46 ZIP codes from its Murrieta, California office in Riverside County.
Yes, Nightingale's Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A01725, since February 12, 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Nightingale's Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Murrieta, California, in Riverside County. It has been Medicare-certified since February 12, 2020 (CCN A01725). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care practices were delivered, Nightingale's Hospice scored 91.81, compared to a California state average of 93.41 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9, and that visits occurred in the last days of life for 27.7% of patients, according to the same dataset.
Nightingale's Hospice reports serving 46 ZIP codes from its Murrieta office, indicating a broad service area within the surrounding region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice; families should check the Care Compare website directly for the most current figures. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indicator of quality one way or another.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Nightingale's Hospice?
Yes, Nightingale's Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A01725, since February 12, 2020), 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 reports a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 83% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice 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?
Its composite process-of-care score is 91.81, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Nightingale's Hospice serves 46 ZIP codes from its office in Murrieta, Riverside County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 46 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Nightingale's Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type doesn't directly determine care quality, but it's a factor some families like to know when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 12, 2020.
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 for patients generally expected to have six months or less to live.
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, support, or attention to the patient's needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Nightingale's Hospice at (951) 200-6695 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't include enrollment steps; please contact Nightingale's Hospice at (951) 200-6695 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs would be met; contact Nightingale's Hospice at (951) 200-6695 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Nightingale's Hospice (CCN A01725) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01725?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.