Bridge Hospice
Murrieta, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN B41603)
CMS process measure: 95.86 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 63 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (951) 297-3336 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 89% would definitely recommend Bridge Hospice, and 82% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Bridge Hospice scored 95.86, above the California state average of 93.41.
Bridge Hospice serves 63 ZIP codes from its Murrieta, California office in Riverside County.
Yes, Bridge Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN B41603), certified since May 26, 2021; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bridge Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice serving Murrieta, California and the surrounding Riverside County area. It has been Medicare-certified since May 26, 2021, according to CMS Care Compare data. The listing data provided does not include the ownership type for this hospice, so families should confirm this directly with the provider.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 89% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend Bridge Hospice, and 82% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. A specific CAHPS star rating was not provided in this data. On CMS's composite process measure, Bridge Hospice scored 95.86, which is above the California state average of 93.41 — meaning the hospice performed above the state average on this measure of care processes CMS tracks.
CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 36.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to this data set. Bridge Hospice serves a broad area, covering 63 ZIP codes from its Murrieta office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; where a measure is not listed here, CMS may not have published it for this hospice, which can happen with smaller patient counts and does not itself indicate a quality concern. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Bridge Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN B41603) since May 26, 2021. 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 survey, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Bridge Hospice, and 82% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Bridge Hospice's composite process score is 95.86, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bridge Hospice serves 63 ZIP codes from its Murrieta, California office in Riverside County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 63 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The ownership type for Bridge Hospice was not included in the available data; please contact the hospice at (951) 297-3336 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bridge Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 26, 2021.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those nearing the end of life who have generally stopped curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment, but it does not mean giving up care — hospice teams actively manage symptoms and support patients and families.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Bridge Hospice at (951) 297-3336 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Bridge Hospice directly at (951) 297-3336 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction, service area, and how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages — the data here shows Bridge Hospice's recommend rate, composite score, and ZIP coverage as a starting point.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Bridge Hospice's details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/B41603?state=CA.
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.