Seva Hospice, Inc
Salida, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01686)
CMS process measure: 97.82 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 151 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (209) 846-9488 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Seva Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family-caregiver rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 97.82, above the California state average of 93.41.
Seva Hospice serves 151 ZIP codes from its Salida, California office in Stanislaus County.
Yes, Seva Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01686, since January 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Seva Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Salida, California, serving families in Stanislaus County and surrounding communities. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 24, 2020, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) A01686.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Seva Hospice a 4-star rating. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients served by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Seva Hospice scored 97.82, 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 for this hospice, and data show that 41.6% of patients received visits during the last days of life, as recorded by CMS.
Seva Hospice reports serving 151 ZIP codes from its Salida, California location. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the most current data directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Seva Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01686) since January 24, 2020. 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's CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star family-caregiver rating for Seva Hospice, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Seva Hospice's composite process score is 97.82, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Seva Hospice reports serving 151 ZIP codes from its office in Salida, California, in Stanislaus County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 151 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Seva Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type is reported by CMS for transparency; it does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Seva Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 24, 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 for people believed to be in the last months of life who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Seva Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (209) 846-9488 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Seva Hospice, contact them directly at (209) 846-9488 and verify current information 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 Seva Hospice at (209) 846-9488 for specifics not covered in this data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Seva Hospice's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01686?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.