Mission Hospice Of Ventura, Llc
Oxnard, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 551754)
CMS process measure: 98.1 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 26 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (805) 507-8144 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Mission Hospice Of Ventura has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 83% of caregivers saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.10 is above the California state average of 93.41.
Mission Hospice Of Ventura serves 26 ZIP codes from its Oxnard, California office in Ventura County.
Yes, Mission Hospice Of Ventura is Medicare-certified (CCN 551754, since 2013); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mission Hospice Of Ventura, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Oxnard, California, serving Ventura County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 30, 2013 (CCN 551754).
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Mission Hospice Of Ventura received an overall rating of 4 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care practices were delivered, this hospice scored 98.10, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 30.8% of patients received visits during the last days of life, a measure some families use alongside others to understand care patterns; families are encouraged to review this figure directly on Care Compare for full context.
Mission Hospice Of Ventura reports serving 26 ZIP codes from its Oxnard office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS at the time of collection; families should verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Mission Hospice Of Ventura is Medicare-certified (CCN 551754), certified since September 30, 2013. 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 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 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 98.10, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Mission Hospice Of Ventura serves 26 ZIP codes from its Oxnard, California office in Ventura County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 26 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mission Hospice Of Ventura is organized as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores and process scores are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 30, 2013.
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 patients 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 focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptom relief and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Mission Hospice Of Ventura at (805) 507-8144 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Mission Hospice Of Ventura directly at (805) 507-8144 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly services can begin, what areas are served, and how care is coordinated with a patient's doctor; contact Mission Hospice Of Ventura at (805) 507-8144 for specifics and review their profile on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Mission Hospice Of Ventura using CCN 551754 at medicare.gov/care-compare, or visit https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/551754?state=CA directly.
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.