Life Springs Hospice Care
Fremont, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551660)
CMS process measure: 96.23 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 98 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (510) 623-1561 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 71% would definitely recommend Life Springs Hospice Care, and its CMS composite process score of 96.23 is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Life Springs Hospice Care serves 98 ZIP codes from its Fremont, California office in Alameda County.
Yes, Life Springs Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 551660, since 2012); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Life Springs Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice serving Fremont, California and the surrounding Alameda County area. It has been Medicare-certified since November 15, 2012 (CCN 551660).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 71% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 67% rated the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, Life Springs Hospice Care scored 96.23, compared to a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. A care index score of 9 was also reported, and CMS data indicates that visits occurred in the last days of life for 43.3% of patients, though this figure alone does not capture the full picture of care intensity or timing.
Life Springs Hospice Care's service area extends to 98 ZIP codes from its Fremont office, indicating a broad reach across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare, as data is updated periodically and some measures may not be published for every hospice, often due to small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of care quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Life Springs Hospice Care has been Medicare-certified since November 15, 2012 (CCN 551660), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 71% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Life Springs Hospice Care, and 67% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 96.23, compared to a California state average of 93.41, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Life Springs Hospice Care serves 98 ZIP codes from its office in Fremont, Alameda County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 98 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Life Springs Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't directly determine quality of care, but CMS publishes it so families can consider it alongside quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 15, 2012.
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 stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where care is delivered; please contact Life Springs Hospice Care at (510) 623-1561 or 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 Life Springs Hospice Care at (510) 623-1561 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly the hospice responds to needs, what services are included, and how the hospice communicates with families — you can review CMS Care Compare data and ask Life Springs Hospice Care directly at (510) 623-1561.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Life Springs Hospice Care (CCN 551660) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551660?state=CA to see the latest 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.