Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association - H
Ventura, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051517)
CMS process measure: 97.87 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 28 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (805) 642-1608 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association - H received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 92% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.87 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association - H serves 28 ZIP codes from its Ventura, CA office in Ventura County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association - H is Medicare-certified (CCN 051517, since 1985). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association - H is a non-profit hospice located in Ventura, California, serving Ventura County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 20, 1985, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 051517.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 4-star overall rating. Ninety-two percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86 percent rated the hospice a 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care practices, this hospice scored 97.87, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 65.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the published data.
This hospice's service area, as recorded by CMS, includes 28 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly with CMS.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, this hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051517), certified since August 20, 1985. 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 4-star rating on the CAHPS Hospice Survey, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.87, above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 28 ZIP codes from its Ventura, CA location in Ventura County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 28 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results offer more direct information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 20, 1985.
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 focused on comfort for patients who have stopped seeking a cure, 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 curing an illness; it does not mean withdrawing all medical attention, and patients can still receive care for symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (805) 642-1608 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; please contact this hospice at (805) 642-1608 to learn how to begin care, and verify its certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, and what areas it serves; you can also ask the hospice directly at (805) 642-1608 about anything not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 051517 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051517?state=CA to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.