Tranquility Sands Hospice, Inc
Palm Desert, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A11757)
CMS process measure: 94.86 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 44 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (760) 565-1774 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 85% would definitely recommend Tranquility Sands Hospice, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process-of-care score of 94.86 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Tranquility Sands Hospice serves 44 ZIP codes from its Palm Desert, CA office in Riverside County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Tranquility Sands Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CMS Certification Number A11757, certified since June 3, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Tranquility Sands Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Palm Desert, California, serving families in Riverside County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 3, 2021, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) A11757.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 85% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Tranquility Sands Hospice scored 94.86, which is above the California state average of 93.41. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice completed a bundle of recommended care processes. CMS data also shows a care index score of 10 and reports that 41.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life, as tracked by CMS.
Tranquility Sands Hospice serves 44 ZIP codes from its Palm Desert office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Tranquility Sands Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A11757) since June 3, 2021, 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 Hospice Survey, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% 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-of-care score is 94.86, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Tranquility Sands Hospice serves 44 ZIP codes from its Palm Desert, California office in Riverside County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 44 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 determine quality by itself, but it is a factor some families like to know when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 3, 2021.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the illness; patients can still receive medical and emotional support for symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; please contact the hospice at (760) 565-1774 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact the hospice directly at (760) 565-1774 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, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact the hospice at (760) 565-1774 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Tranquility Sands Hospice, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A11757?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.