Seaport Hospice
San Diego, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551745)
CMS process measure: 97 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 81 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (858) 634-5870 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Seaport Hospice received 3 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 97.00, above the California state average of 93.41.
Seaport Hospice serves 81 ZIP codes from its office in San Diego, California, located in San Diego County.
Yes, Seaport Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 551745, certified since 2013. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Seaport Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in San Diego, California, serving families in San Diego County. It has been Medicare-certified since September 26, 2013, identified by CMS Certification Number (CCN) 551745.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Seaport Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients who received care from this provider, as collected and published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Seaport Hospice scored 97.00, compared to the California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 19.8% of patients, per the published data.
Seaport Hospice reports serving 81 ZIP codes from its San Diego office, indicating a broad service area within the county and surrounding region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. Families should contact Seaport Hospice directly and review Care Compare for the most current details before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Seaport Hospice?
Yes. Seaport Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 551745), certified since September 26, 2013, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Seaport Hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, family caregivers gave Seaport Hospice 3 stars overall, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Seaport Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Seaport Hospice's composite process score is 97.00, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does Seaport Hospice serve?
Seaport Hospice serves 81 ZIP codes from its San Diego, California office in San Diego County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 81 this hospice reports serving.
Is Seaport Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Seaport Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS publishes it as part of provider information.
How long has Seaport Hospice been Medicare-certified?
Seaport Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 26, 2013.
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 curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Seaport Hospice; contact the hospice at (858) 634-5870 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Seaport Hospice?
The data provided does not describe the admission process; contact Seaport Hospice at (858) 634-5870 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Seaport Hospice at (858) 634-5870 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Seaport Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551745?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.