Vnacare
Apple Valley, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051708)
CMS process measure: 99.03 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 30 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (760) 946-4730 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vnacare has a 4-star CAHPS caregiver rating, with 89% of surveyed families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.03 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Vnacare serves 30 ZIP codes from its office in Apple Valley, California, in San Bernardino County.
Yes, Vnacare is Medicare-certified (CCN 051708, since 1997); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vnacare is a non-profit hospice based in Apple Valley, California, serving families in San Bernardino County. It has been Medicare-certified since May 13, 1997, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Vnacare an overall rating of 4 stars. Among survey respondents, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are reported by CMS, not a comprehensive account of every family served.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes — Vnacare scored 99.03, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 69.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Vnacare's service area, per this listing, covers 30 ZIP codes from its Apple Valley office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Vnacare is Medicare-certified (CCN 051708) since May 13, 1997, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS reports a 4-star CAHPS rating for Vnacare, with 89% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Vnacare's composite process score is 99.03, which CMS lists as above the California state average of 93.41; CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 69.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Vnacare serves 30 ZIP codes from its Apple Valley, California office in San Bernardino County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 30 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vnacare is a non-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS reports it alongside other quality data for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Vnacare has been Medicare-certified since May 13, 1997.
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 typically for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort in the final phase of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact Vnacare at (760) 946-4730 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; please contact Vnacare at (760) 946-4730 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact Vnacare at (760) 946-4730 for specifics not covered in this listing.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Vnacare directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051708?state=CA to confirm current CMS-reported ratings and measures.
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.