46 Medicare-certified hospice and palliative care providers serving San Diego County, California. Search by name or city, filter by ownership type or star rating, and find the right care for your family.
Sourced from CMS Provider Data Catalog (Hospice General Information & CAHPS Hospice Survey),
with websites and visitor ratings from Google Places — last refreshed 2026-05-28.
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46
Medicare-certified hospices
2
Non-profit
36
For-profit
15
With Medicare star rating
45
With listed website
Top rated · Medicare
Highest-rated by Medicare patient surveys in San Diego County
3 of 46 San Diego County hospices earned a 4-star or higher rating in the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey.
Based on standardized federal surveys of family caregivers.
Photo · Google
Together Hospice Care
★★★★★5.0
Family caregiver scores — from the Medicare CAHPS survey
★★★★★“I want to sincerely thank Joseph and the entire team at Together Hospice Care for bringing my mother comfort during her last days. At first, I was…”— Sharee Nicholls · 5 months ago
★★★★★“My wife went into hospice last week. At the hospital, I chose Silverado, as it had the most stars. Our three adult children, 2 daughters-in-law, and…”— Bruce Oja · 8 months ago
Highest-rated by Google reviews in San Diego County
Ranked by a Bayesian-weighted score that combines the star rating with the number of reviews,
so a 4.9-star hospice with 300 reviews ranks above a 5.0-star with only 2.
Photo · Google
Together Hospice Care
★★★★★5.0
Family caregiver scores — from the Medicare CAHPS survey
★★★★★“I want to sincerely thank Joseph and the entire team at Together Hospice Care for bringing my mother comfort during her last days. At first, I was…”— Sharee Nicholls · 5 months ago
★★★★★“Our family is incredibly grateful for the care and support provided by Hana Abona at Sea Coast Hospice Care. From the very first day to the very end…”— Reva Malan · 3 months ago
★★★★★“My wife went into hospice last week. At the hospital, I chose Silverado, as it had the most stars. Our three adult children, 2 daughters-in-law, and…”— Bruce Oja · 8 months ago
★★★★★“I’m currently working with Seema & Alex. Both have been amazing. This is my 4th surgery and 3rd I’ve needed to work with a PT. Seema has made my…”— Hope Besikof · 3 months ago
★★★★★“I contacted Comfort & Peace Hospice for my dad because I had worked with their family liaison, Jack Donnellan, at his previous employer and found him…”— JL · 4 months ago
★★★★★“Blessed hospice is such an amazing company. The care they provide is unmatched. They are there every step of the way and make things very less…”— Anna A · 2 years ago
★★★★★“Calstro hospice have been taking care of my parents for almost half a year now. Their team has been extremely great in taking care of our parents. JR…”— Mel Oleary · 2 years ago
★★★★★“The entire team at TopKare is amazing. I had no experience with hospice before and I couldn't have dreamed of a better experience to help my parents…”— Debra Schonfeld · 5 months ago
★★★★★“I truly recommend! Best hospice experience for my loved one, everyone from the housekeeper to the cnas and the nurses were the most caring. You guys…”— Jessica Fitch · a year ago
★★★★★“Our family was overwhelmed by the care and compassion given to our dad and family. Camille and the nurses were great. Thank you all so very much! The…”— Elaina Dutra · 5 years ago
★★★★“Mike took care of my mom from elite hospice and he was great. Very kind and compassionate. My only issue was they need more assistance. As Mike have…”— Kate Powers · 6 months ago
★★★★★“I don’t write many online reviews, but I had to give a heartfelt shout out to this hospice team. Our family is incredibly grateful for the care our…”— Joni Millican · 3 months ago
★★★★★“I want to sincerely thank Joseph and the entire team at Together Hospice Care for bringing my mother comfort during her last days. At first, I was…”— Sharee Nicholls · 5 months ago
★★★★★“Christina from Shores Hospice gives exceptional care to her patients and is such a bright light in our community. The compassion, dedication and work…”— Natalie T · 2 years ago
★★★★★“The Hospice of San Diego made my final days with my mother so much easier. They were experienced and very caring throughout the process. I highly…”— Aimee Remanick · a year ago
★★★★★“My wife went into hospice last week. At the hospital, I chose Silverado, as it had the most stars. Our three adult children, 2 daughters-in-law, and…”— Bruce Oja · 8 months ago
★★★★★“I have had the privilege of partnering with Apreva Hospice. I can confidently say Jennie T. and her team are exceptional in every way. Apreva Hospice…”— Ed Petrivelli · 3 months ago
★★★★★“I contacted Comfort & Peace Hospice for my dad because I had worked with their family liaison, Jack Donnellan, at his previous employer and found him…”— JL · 4 months ago
★★★★★“I went in for a quick checkup at the medical center last week and over all it was a pretty smooth visit. The front desk staff were friendly and…”— Lezlie Dobles · 5 months ago
★★★★★“Verna came over to help my Mother today. I've witnessed the burnouts, the uncaring & the perfunctory that do their jobs well, and leave. When Verna…”— lawrence goddard · a year ago
★★★★★“I’m currently working with Seema & Alex. Both have been amazing. This is my 4th surgery and 3rd I’ve needed to work with a PT. Seema has made my…”— Hope Besikof · 3 months ago
★★★★★“Absolute Home Health has been an incredible support for our family. Their team is professional, compassionate, and truly dedicated to patient care…”— Sean Marx · 10 months ago
★★★★★“Anchor Health worked with my family in the San Francisco East Bay. Anchor provided hospice care for my father. I interacted with about 7 different…”— Rosso Nero · 9 months ago
★★★★★“Great group of clinical persons! If you are looking for caring, qualified, hard working, persons for you loved one, I can vouch for them. 5 stars!”— Damon DiMaria · 5 years ago
★★★★★“Blessed hospice is such an amazing company. The care they provide is unmatched. They are there every step of the way and make things very less…”— Anna A · 2 years ago
★★★★★“My mom was diagnosed with terminal metastatic cancer on January 12, 2025 after an unexpected trip to the ER and we were suddenly put in the very…”— Tricia Wotipka · a year ago
★★★★★“Bristol Hospice provided exceptional care and support while we navigated my dad’s in-home hospice journey and his final days. Every member of their…”— Maribel Reyes · 6 months ago
★★★★★“Bristol Hospice provided exceptional care and support while we navigated my dad’s in-home hospice journey and his final days. Every member of their…”— Maribel Reyes · 6 months ago
★★★★★“Calstro hospice have been taking care of my parents for almost half a year now. Their team has been extremely great in taking care of our parents. JR…”— Mel Oleary · 2 years ago
★★★★★“I love Goodwill and especially this unit because it is conveniently located in an Outlet so I can go visit other stores in the same trip. An enormous…”— Rafa Guízar · 6 months ago
★★★★“I received physical therapy from this company,I worked with Grace Ryan and Isaiah Spellman,I came to enjoy my appointments with them and was a little…”— Malykke Bacon · 4 months ago
★★★★★“If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would. Radiance Hospice in San Diego provided our family with the most compassionate, dignified, and…”— Melishka sierra · 3 months ago
★★★★★“Our family is incredibly grateful for the care and support provided by Hana Abona at Sea Coast Hospice Care. From the very first day to the very end…”— Reva Malan · 3 months ago
★★★★★“Suncrest provides exceptional hospice care, focusing on compassion, dignity, and support for both patients and their families during life’s most…”— Kasey Cheal · 9 months ago
★★★★★“The entire team at TopKare is amazing. I had no experience with hospice before and I couldn't have dreamed of a better experience to help my parents…”— Debra Schonfeld · 5 months ago
★★★★★“Our family had a positive experience with Palomar Hospice during a difficult time. When we had questions or concerns about my father-in-law’s…”— Patricia Levoratto · 3 months ago
Picking the right hospice is one of the harder decisions families make, often under
time pressure. A few things to weigh as you compare providers in this directory:
01
Confirm Medicare certification.
Every hospice on this page holds a current CMS Certification Number (CCN). That
ensures they bill under the Medicare hospice benefit and meet federal
Conditions of Participation. Always verify the CCN if
you're researching outside this directory.
02
Check the Medicare star rating in context.
The CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey rating reflects how
family caregivers rated their experience — communication, timeliness, pain management,
emotional support. A higher rating is a good signal, but smaller hospices often show
Not rated just because they don't have enough survey responses, not because
care is worse.
03
Ask about 24/7 availability and visit frequency.
Hospice care is more than nurse visits — it's a promise that someone is reachable
when symptoms escalate at 2 a.m. Ask how the on-call nurse triage works, who comes
after hours, and how often visits are scheduled at the patient's stage of care.
04
Find out where they can deliver care.
Most hospices serve patients at home, in assisted-living, and in skilled-nursing
facilities. Some have their own inpatient units for
general inpatient (GIP) care when symptoms can't be
controlled at home. Ask what's available and what's contracted.
05
Listen to how they talk about the family.
Good hospice teams treat the family as part of the unit of care. Look for explicit
offerings around caregiver support, respite care,
social work, chaplaincy, and 13 months of
bereavement support after the patient's death — those
are Medicare-required components, but how they're delivered varies a lot in practice.
06
Cross-check the reviews you read.
Google reviews are useful colour but unverified — they can be left by anyone. The
Medicare CAHPS rating is from validated family caregiver surveys with standardized
questions. Both have value; weigh them together rather than picking one.
Frequently asked questions
Hospice care, plain answers.
Does Medicare cover hospice care?
Yes. Medicare Part A covers the full cost of hospice care for eligible patients — doctor and nursing services, medical equipment, medications related to the terminal illness, short-term inpatient care, respite care for family caregivers, and bereavement support for the family. There is typically no out-of-pocket cost to the patient apart from small copays on outpatient drugs (capped at $5) and respite stays.
Who is eligible for hospice?
A patient becomes eligible for hospice when two physicians — the attending physician and the hospice medical director — certify a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. The patient must also choose to focus on comfort care rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness.
How long can someone stay in hospice?
There is no fixed limit. Medicare hospice benefits are split into an initial 90-day period, a second 90-day period, and then unlimited 60-day periods, each with a face-to-face recertification by the hospice team. Patients who improve can be discharged and re-enrolled later if their condition declines again.
Where is hospice care provided?
Most hospice care happens wherever the patient calls home — a private residence, an assisted-living community, a skilled nursing facility, or a hospice's own inpatient unit. Care is brought to the patient by an interdisciplinary team that includes nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, and volunteers.
Who refers a patient to hospice?
Anyone can initiate a hospice referral — a physician, a discharge planner, a family member, or the patient themselves. A hospice nurse will do an evaluation visit; the attending physician and hospice medical director then formally certify eligibility.
What's the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care is symptom-focused supportive care that can begin at any stage of a serious illness, alongside curative treatment. Hospice is a specific Medicare benefit for patients in the final phase of life who are no longer pursuing curative care. Both share the same focus on comfort, dignity, and family support — hospice is one form of palliative care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Useful questions: How quickly can you start care after admission? Is a nurse available 24/7 by phone, and who comes after hours? What is the average caseload per nurse? How will pain and symptoms be managed in the first 48 hours? What support do you offer the family? Do you have inpatient beds for general inpatient (GIP) care? What is your Medicare CAHPS rating and what does it reflect?
Is the hospice on this directory affiliated with chionline.org?
No. This is an independent directory. We don't accept payment from hospices to be listed, to rank higher, or to suppress reviews. Listings are pulled from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (Hospice General Information and the CAHPS Hospice Survey) and the Google Places API. If you find a factual error, please contact us.
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A federal survey of family caregivers conducted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Caregivers answer standardized questions about the quality of care their loved one received — communication,
symptom management, emotional support, timeliness, and overall recommendation.
Results are aggregated into a 1–5 star rating that's comparable across U.S. hospices.
Only hospices with enough survey responses get a published rating; the rest show Not rated.
General-purpose star reviews left by anyone with a Google account — patients, family members, staff, even competitors.
There's no standardized methodology, no verification, and no comparable scoring across providers.
It can still be useful as one signal among many — but it measures something different from the Medicare CAHPS rating
shown next to the hospice name. The two numbers can disagree without either being wrong.
