Sequoia Hospice
Milpitas, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 921794)
CMS process measure: 99.75 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 98 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (408) 797-2575 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Sequoia Hospice received a 2-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 81% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.75, above the California state average of 93.41.
Sequoia Hospice serves 98 ZIP codes from its Milpitas, California office in Santa Clara County.
Yes, Sequoia Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 921794, since 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sequoia Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Milpitas, California, serving Santa Clara County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since September 19, 2018 (CCN 921794).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Sequoia Hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. In that same survey, 81% of families said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of the families who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which looks at how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Sequoia Hospice scored 99.75, compared to the California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 38.8% of patients received visits in the final days of life, per the published data.
Sequoia Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 98 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen simply due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Sequoia Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 921794) since September 19, 2018, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Sequoia Hospice received a 2-star overall rating, with 81% of families saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, Sequoia Hospice scored 99.75, compared to the California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Sequoia Hospice, based in Milpitas, Santa Clara County, serves 98 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 98 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Sequoia Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but families may consider it alongside the CMS quality and survey data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Sequoia Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 19, 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 is generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 care or support, and pain and symptom management continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Sequoia Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (408) 797-2575 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Sequoia Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (408) 797-2575 and verify certification and details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the CAHPS survey ratings, the CMS quality measures, the areas served, and how care is coordinated; you can review Sequoia Hospice's published figures and contact them at (408) 797-2575 for further detail.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Sequoia Hospice's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/921794?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.