Hospice Of Presbyterian
La Mirada, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051542)
CMS process measure: 97.55 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 93 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (562) 902-7770 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Presbyterian has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.55 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Hospice Of Presbyterian serves 93 ZIP codes from its La Mirada, California office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Hospice Of Presbyterian is Medicare-certified (CCN 051542, since 1989); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Presbyterian is a Medicare-certified hospice located in La Mirada, California, serving Los Angeles County and surrounding communities. It is organized under an "Other" ownership classification and has been Medicare-certified since January 6, 1989.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated their overall experience between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, Hospice Of Presbyterian scored 97.55, compared to a California state average of 93.41 — placing this hospice above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8, and notes that 49.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the available data.
Hospice Of Presbyterian's service area covers 93 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad geographic reach from its La Mirada office.
Care under the Medicare hospice benefit is covered for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost figures are provided here beyond that fact.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to review the most current data directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Presbyterian is Medicare-certified (CCN 051542) and has been since January 6, 1989. 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 Care Compare data shows a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 90% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 89% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 97.55, compared to the California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 49.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of Presbyterian serves 93 ZIP codes from its office in La Mirada, Los Angeles County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 93 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside it rather than relying on ownership type alone.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 6, 1989.
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 patients who have a life-limiting illness and 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 from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — patients continue to receive medical attention aimed at managing symptoms and supporting well-being.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings. Please contact Hospice Of Presbyterian at (562) 902-7770 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps. Please contact Hospice Of Presbyterian at (562) 902-7770 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are covered above using CMS Care Compare data for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Presbyterian (CCN 051542) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051542?state=CA to review its current CMS-published 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.