Kline Galland Hospice Services
Seattle, WA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 501540)
CMS process measure: 98.24 (state average 98.45 — at state average)
Serves: 83 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (206) 805-1930 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Kline Galland Hospice Services holds a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.24 is at the Washington state average of 98.45.
Kline Galland Hospice Services serves 83 ZIP codes from its Seattle, Washington office in King County.
Yes, Kline Galland Hospice Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 501540, since 2010); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Kline Galland Hospice Services is a non-profit hospice based in Seattle, Washington, serving King County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since April 19, 2010 (CCN 501540).
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Kline Galland Hospice Services received a 4-star rating. Among families surveyed, 92% 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 family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey and are published on Medicare Care Compare.
On the CMS composite process quality measure, this hospice scored 98.24, which CMS characterizes as at the state average of 98.45 for Washington. This composite reflects a combination of care process measures reported to CMS; it is one of several quality indicators available for review.
Kline Galland Hospice Services reports serving 83 ZIP codes from its Seattle office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. No cost or coverage details beyond this general fact are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to review the source data directly and to contact the hospice with any specific questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Kline Galland Hospice Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 501540) since April 19, 2010, 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 the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received a 4-star rating, with 92% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% 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 98.24, which CMS lists as at the Washington state average of 98.45.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Kline Galland Hospice Services serves 83 ZIP codes from its Seattle, King County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 83 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type is one factor among several CMS-reported measures families may consider, but it does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 19, 2010.
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 for those who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up care or support — hospice teams continue to provide medical, emotional, and spiritual care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Kline Galland Hospice Services at (206) 805-1930 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 Kline Galland Hospice Services at (206) 805-1930 for guidance and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and ownership type, all of which are available on Medicare Care Compare for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Kline Galland Hospice Services' official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/501540?state=WA.
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.