Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program
Downey, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051504)
CMS process measure: 97.74 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 133 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (562) 622-4350 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program 2 out of 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 77% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 97.74, above the California state average of 93.41.
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program serves 133 ZIP codes from its Downey, CA office in Los Angeles County.
Yes, Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program is Medicare-certified (CCN 051504, since 1983); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program is a for-profit hospice based in Downey, California, serving families in Los Angeles County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 17, 1983 (CCN 051504).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Among respondents, 77% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and may not represent every family served.
On CMS's composite process measure — which looks at whether recommended care processes were consistently delivered — this hospice scored 97.74, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 50.4% of patients received visits from a hospice care team member in the last days of life, according to the published data.
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program reports serving 133 ZIP codes from its Downey office, indicating a broad service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's publication schedule and periodic updates. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Kaiser Foundation Hospital Hospice Program is Medicare-certified (CCN 051504) since November 17, 1983, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey shows an overall rating of 2 stars, with 77% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 77% rating their 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 97.74, which is above the California state average of 93.41, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It reports serving 133 ZIP codes from its Downey, California office in Los Angeles County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 133 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is listed as a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, and families can review the CAHPS and process measures above alongside this fact.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 17, 1983.
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 terminal diagnosis who have generally stopped treatments aimed at curing the illness.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (562) 622-4350 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; contact the hospice directly at (562) 622-4350 and confirm current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, service area, and how to reach the hospice team — contact (562) 622-4350 for specifics beyond what CMS publishes.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review official figures for this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051504?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.