Active Hospice Care, Inc
Burbank, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551518)
CMS process measure: 98.73 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 130 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (818) 848-8222 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS Care Compare data shows 64% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Active Hospice Care, Inc, and 63% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process measure score of 98.73 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Active Hospice Care, Inc serves 130 ZIP codes from its Burbank, California office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Active Hospice Care, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 551518, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Active Hospice Care, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Burbank, California, serving families in Los Angeles County. It has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2007 (CCN 551518).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers reported that 64% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 63% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; this can happen when patient counts are small or the summary rating has not been separately released.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Active Hospice Care, Inc scored 98.73, compared to the California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. A care index score of 9 and a figure of 6.4% for visits in the last days of life are also part of CMS's published data, though families should confirm how CMS defines and weights these figures directly on Care Compare.
Active Hospice Care, Inc's service area, as listed by CMS, covers 130 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Burbank office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are included here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Active Hospice Care, Inc has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2007 (CCN 551518), 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 CMS Care Compare survey data, 64% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 63% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data available.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 98.73, compared to a California state average of 93.41, putting it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 130 ZIP codes from its office in Burbank, Los Angeles County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 130 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Active Hospice Care, Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2007.
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 when a patient's life expectancy is generally six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. 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 on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Active Hospice Care, Inc at (818) 848-8222 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact Active Hospice Care, Inc at (818) 848-8222 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure comparisons to the state average, and service area coverage — all of which are included in CMS Care Compare data for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Active Hospice Care, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551518?state=CA using CCN 551518.
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.