St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc
Fresno, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 751687)
CMS process measure: 88.27 (state average 93.41 — below state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (559) 222-1291 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 84% would definitely recommend St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc, and 79% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 88.27, which is below the California state average of 93.41.
St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc serves 47 ZIP codes from its Fresno, CA office in Fresno County. Families can confirm whether a specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 751687, certified since 2015. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Fresno, California, serving Fresno County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since May 28, 2015 (CCN 751687).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 84% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc scored 88.27, 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 notes that 7.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, though CMS has not provided fuller context for every related measure; where data is limited, this often reflects small patient counts rather than an indication of poor quality.
The hospice's service area, per CMS data, spans 47 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here.
All figures above are drawn 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. St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 751687, certified since May 28, 2015), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 84% 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?
Its composite process score is 88.27, 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?
According to CMS data, it serves 47 ZIP codes from its Fresno, California location in Fresno County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it is one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 28, 2015.
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 for people with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, 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 this hospice; please contact St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc at (559) 222-1291 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the intake process; contact St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc directly at (559) 222-1291 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how the hospice compares to state averages on quality measures, and its service area; for specifics beyond CMS data, contact the hospice at (559) 222-1291.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up St Mary'S Hospice Services, Inc (CCN 751687) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/751687?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.