Valley Star Hospice, Inc.
Glendale, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN B51661)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 1 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 369-7987 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process measure for Valley Star Hospice, Inc., so no rating figures are currently available. Families can contact the hospice directly or check Medicare Care Compare for the most current information.
Valley Star Hospice, Inc. serves 1 ZIP code from its Glendale, California office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Valley Star Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN B51661), certified since 2023, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Valley Star Hospice, Inc. is a Medicare-certified hospice serving the Glendale, California area, located in Los Angeles County. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 12, 2023.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, including a star rating, the percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend it, or the percentage who rated it 9-10. This is often due to small patient counts and does not imply anything negative about the quality of care provided.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Valley Star Hospice, Inc., so no comparison can be made to the California state average composite score of 93.41 at this time. A care index score and visits-in-the-last-days-of-life percentage are also not currently available in the CMS data provided.
Valley Star Hospice, Inc. is listed as serving 1 ZIP code from its Glendale office, reflecting a narrow, localized service area based on currently available CMS data.
The CMS data provided does not indicate whether this hospice is for-profit, non-profit, or government-run. Families should note that the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost information is provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Valley Star Hospice, Inc.?
Yes, Valley Star Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN B51661), certified since April 12, 2023. 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 Valley Star Hospice, Inc., which is often the case for hospices with small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Valley Star Hospice, Inc., so no comparison can be made to the California state average of 93.41 at this time.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Valley Star Hospice, Inc. serves 1 ZIP code from its Glendale, California location in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 1 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The CMS data provided does not specify the ownership type for Valley Star Hospice, Inc. Ownership type can be a factor families consider, but it is not the only indicator of care quality.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Valley Star Hospice, Inc. has been Medicare-certified since April 12, 2023, according to CMS Care Compare data.
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 those with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Valley Star Hospice, Inc. provides care. Please contact the hospice at (818) 369-7987 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data provided does not describe the intake process. Please contact Valley Star Hospice, Inc. at (818) 369-7987 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is provided; please contact Valley Star Hospice, Inc. at (818) 369-7987 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Valley Star Hospice, Inc. (CCN B51661) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/B51661?state=CA to review the latest published 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.