Torrance Memorial Hospice
Torrance, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051615)
CMS process measure: 99.78 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (310) 784-3751 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Torrance Memorial Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 91% of caregivers saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.78 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Torrance Memorial Hospice serves 51 ZIP codes from its Torrance, California office in Los Angeles County. Families in this service area may be eligible for care from this Medicare-certified hospice.
Yes, Torrance Memorial Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051615, since 1993). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Torrance Memorial Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Torrance, California, serving families in Los Angeles County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since June 10, 1993, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Torrance Memorial Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety-one percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85 percent rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes — Torrance Memorial Hospice scored 99.78, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 for this hospice, and notes that visits occurred in the final days of life for 66.0% of patients, based on the data CMS has published.
Torrance Memorial Hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 51 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies a terminal prognosis; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families are encouraged to check the Care Compare website for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Torrance Memorial Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051615), certified since June 10, 1993, 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, Torrance Memorial Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their overall care experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.78, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes visits occurred in the last days of life for 66.0% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Torrance Memorial Hospice serves 51 ZIP codes from its office in Torrance, Los Angeles County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 51 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Torrance Memorial Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are better indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 10, 1993.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for patients with a terminal prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice shifts the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life, but patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support tailored to their needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Torrance Memorial Hospice at (310) 784-3751 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the admission process; please contact Torrance Memorial Hospice directly at (310) 784-3751 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly services can begin, what support is available in the final days of life, and how the hospice communicates with families — some of this can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Torrance Memorial Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051615?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.