Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc
Tarzana, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01555)
CMS process measure: 87.45 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 304 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (888) 407-6706 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS Care Compare data shows 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc, and 79% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process-of-care score of 87.45 is below the California state average of 93.41.
Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc serves 304 ZIP codes from its office in Tarzana, California, located in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01555, since 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Tarzana, California, serving families in Los Angeles County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since September 12, 2018 (CCN A01555). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; this listing does not address costs beyond that.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 82% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not necessarily indicate lower quality.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc scored 87.45, which falls below the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 8.1% of patients received a visit in the last days of life, according to the same data set. Families should view these figures as one part of a broader picture rather than a full assessment of care quality.
Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc reports a service area covering 304 ZIP codes from its Tarzana office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01555) since September 12, 2018. 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice scored 87.45 on the CMS composite process measure, which is below the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It reports serving 304 ZIP codes from its Tarzana, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 304 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type alone doesn't determine quality of care; it's one factor families may consider alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 12, 2018.
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 patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 medical attention or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (888) 407-6706 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; please contact Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc at (888) 407-6706 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, service area, and how care needs will be met; contacting the hospice directly at (888) 407-6706 can help answer specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Physicians Preferred Hospice Inc at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01555?state=CA to confirm current CMS data.
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.