American Cremation Services
6136 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA, 92120
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
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What Families Say
“They were very busy, And I had all the patience in the world, come to find out they had the same for me, it was perfect for my situation And they shipped my fathers ashes to me from San Diego to Vegas. I found them 5 days before the deadline at the medical examiner’s office and was scared that I wouldn’t make the 30 day deadline to retrieve my fathers ashes, infact I didn’t speak to them until right before the weekend, but they handled it And were so patient with me when it came to information they needed, payment (they gave me time to make the payment) and they kept their word, I told them don’t rush my main concern is that we actually claim And pick up his body. Packaging was great as well. Thank you again”
— Terrell H.
“I've used American Cremation Services twice now and haven't had any issues at all. They took care of my loved ones end of life matters promptly and without any issues. They also offer the best prices in San Diego. I recommend their services.”
— Susan Powell
“I could not recomend American creamation on mission gorge road! sarah is rude & not very helpful. I had deaeth certicate From vital records 8 days before she got it & she never let me know she had it! If anything was not done or ready, she blamed it on the state, or crematory staff, very agressive! And didnot know who George was in her company who has all the great reviews! need more Geoeges and less Sarahs!”
— Karen Stupar
We can help with what comes next.
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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