Mercy Hospice
Rancho Cordova, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051600)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 70 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (916) 281-3900 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Mercy Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 84% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Mercy Hospice serves 70 ZIP codes from its Rancho Cordova, CA office in Sacramento County.
Yes, Mercy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051600, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mercy Hospice is a non-profit hospice located in Rancho Cordova, California, serving families in Sacramento County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since February 4, 1993, under CCN 051600.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Mercy Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Mercy Hospice scored 100.00, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.9% of patients, per the most recent published data.
Mercy Hospice's service area covers 70 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Rancho Cordova office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that basic fact. Families are encouraged to review Care Compare directly and to contact Mercy Hospice for any specifics not covered by this public data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Mercy Hospice?
Yes, Mercy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 051600) and has been since February 4, 1993. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Mercy Hospice in the CMS survey?
Families gave Mercy Hospice a 4-star rating on the CAHPS survey, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Mercy Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Mercy Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also lists a care index score of 9 and notes visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.9% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does Mercy Hospice serve?
Mercy Hospice serves 70 ZIP codes from its office in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County, California.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 70 this hospice reports serving.
Is Mercy Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mercy Hospice is a non-profit organization. Ownership type can factor into a family's decision, but CMS quality and survey data should also be considered alongside it.
How long has Mercy Hospice been Medicare-certified?
Mercy Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 4, 1993.
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 chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when life expectancy is 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 the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Mercy Hospice at (916) 281-3900 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Mercy Hospice?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Mercy Hospice directly at (916) 281-3900 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey ratings, how quality measures compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how care is coordinated; Mercy Hospice can be reached at (916) 281-3900 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Mercy Hospice (CCN 051600) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051600?state=CA to review the latest published CMS 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.