Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles Llc
Westlake Village, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051786)
CMS process measure: 97.75 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 27 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (888) 328-6636 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 88% would definitely recommend Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 97.75, above the California state average of 93.41.
Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles serves 27 ZIP codes from its Westlake Village, CA office in Ventura County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles is Medicare-certified (CCN 051786), certified since 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Westlake Village, California, serving Ventura County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since November 8, 2005 (CCN 051786).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure for this listing in the data provided, so no star rating is stated here beyond these caregiver-reported percentages.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core care processes delivered to patients, this hospice scored 97.75, compared with a California state average of 93.41 — placing it above the state average. Its care index score was reported as 9, and CMS data indicates that 36.2% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life.
Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles LLC's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 27 ZIP codes from its Westlake Village office.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly with the hospice or on Medicare.gov, as CMS updates this data periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Mission Hospice Services Of Los Angeles is Medicare-certified (CCN 051786) since November 8, 2005, 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, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 97.75, compared with a California state average of 93.41, putting it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serves 27 ZIP codes from its Westlake Village, California office in Ventura County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 27 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS publishes it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 8, 2005.
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 shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean withholding care for pain, symptoms, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (888) 328-6636 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 the hospice directly at (888) 328-6636 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, staffing availability, and how care is coordinated; contact the hospice at (888) 328-6636 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051786?state=CA.
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.