Vnacare
Murrieta, CA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 051531)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.41 — above state average)
Serves: 43 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (951) 658-9288 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vnacare has earned a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 97% of surveyed families saying they would definitely recommend it, and its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the California state average of 93.41. These figures come from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey published on Medicare Care Compare.
Vnacare serves 43 ZIP codes from its Murrieta, California office in Riverside County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Vnacare is Medicare-certified, with CCN 051531, certified since 1987. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vnacare is a non-profit hospice based in Murrieta, California, serving families in Riverside County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 14, 1987, giving it a long history of providing hospice care under the Medicare hospice benefit, which covers hospice services for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Vnacare a 4-star rating. Ninety-seven percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 93 percent rated their overall experience as a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers surveyed by CMS, not a guarantee of any individual family's experience.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects whether recommended care processes were consistently delivered, Vnacare scored 100.00, which is above the California state average of 93.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice. Data on the percentage of visits occurring in the last days of life shows 58.7 percent.
Vnacare's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 43 ZIP codes from its Murrieta office. All figures cited here come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Vnacare?
Yes, Vnacare is Medicare-certified (CCN 051531), certified since October 14, 1987. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Vnacare in the CMS survey?
CMS Care Compare data shows Vnacare received a 4-star rating from family caregivers, with 97% saying they would definitely recommend it and 93% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Vnacare score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Vnacare's CMS composite process score is 100.00, which is above the California state average of 93.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does Vnacare serve?
Vnacare serves 43 ZIP codes from its Murrieta, California office in Riverside County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 43 this hospice reports serving.
Is Vnacare for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vnacare is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can be a factor families weigh alongside CMS quality data when choosing a provider.
How long has Vnacare been Medicare-certified?
Vnacare has been Medicare-certified since October 14, 1987.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Vnacare delivers care; please contact Vnacare at (951) 658-9288 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Vnacare?
The data provided does not describe Vnacare's intake process; please contact Vnacare at (951) 658-9288 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and ownership type — all of which are available for Vnacare through CMS Care Compare; contact Vnacare at (951) 658-9288 for further questions.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Vnacare's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/051531?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.