Universal Health Net Monterey, Inc
Monterey, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A01741)
CMS process measure: 95.65 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 31 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (831) 920-6345 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for Universal Health Net Monterey, so no star rating or percentage recommending it is available. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 95.65, above the California state average of 93.41.
Universal Health Net Monterey serves 31 ZIP codes from its Monterey, California office in Monterey County.
Yes, Universal Health Net Monterey, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01741, since 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Universal Health Net Monterey, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Monterey, California, serving families in Monterey County. It has been Medicare-certified since June 8, 2020, meaning it meets federal health and safety standards required to provide hospice care under Medicare.
CMS Care Compare does not show CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for this hospice, such as a star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend the hospice, or percentage giving a 9-10 overall rating. When these figures are not published, it is often because too few surveys were collected to report reliably, not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Universal Health Net Monterey scored 95.65, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 6, and that 42.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the same data source.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 31 ZIP codes surrounding Monterey.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the source directly and confirm current details with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Universal Health Net Monterey, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN A01741) as of June 8, 2020, 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for this hospice, often because too few surveys were collected; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 95.65, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 6 and that 42.9% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 31 ZIP codes from its Monterey, California location in Monterey County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 31 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; CMS quality measures and survey results, where available, are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 8, 2020.
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 is for people who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than pursuing treatments aimed at curing the illness; it is a care choice, not giving up on care itself.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (831) 920-6345 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice at (831) 920-6345 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about CMS quality measures, family caregiver survey results, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families; contact this hospice at (831) 920-6345 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Universal Health Net Monterey, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A01741?state=CA using CCN A01741.
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.