Angel Care Hospice
Richardson, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671675)
CMS process measure: 93.65 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 64 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (972) 301-5600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Angel Care Hospice, so no star rating or recommend percentage is available. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 93.65, slightly below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Angel Care Hospice serves 64 ZIP codes from its Richardson, TX office in Dallas County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Angel Care Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 671675, certified since 2011. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Angel Care Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Richardson, Texas, serving Dallas County and surrounding communities. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 17, 2011, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice providers for well over a decade.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Angel Care Hospice — a CAHPS star rating, percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, and percentage rating it 9-10 are not available. This gap is common for smaller hospices and does not by itself indicate anything about the quality of care provided; families are encouraged to ask the hospice directly about caregiver feedback.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Angel Care Hospice scored 93.65, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it below the state average by this single measure. CMS also lists a care index score of 8 for this hospice. These figures come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect a specific reporting period; families should check Care Compare directly for the most current figures.
Angel Care Hospice reports serving 64 ZIP codes from its Richardson office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Angel Care Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 671675), certified since March 17, 2011. 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Angel Care Hospice, which is often the case for hospices with smaller patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Angel Care Hospice's composite process score is 93.65, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also lists a care index score of 8 for this hospice.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Angel Care Hospice serves 64 ZIP codes from its Richardson, Texas location in Dallas County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 64 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Angel Care Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly indicate quality of care, but it may be relevant when comparing organizational structures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Angel Care Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 17, 2011.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief and can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care is for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Angel Care Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (972) 301-5600 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 Angel Care Hospice at (972) 301-5600 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction, the range of services offered, staff availability, and how the hospice communicates with families — contact Angel Care Hospice at (972) 301-5600 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Angel Care Hospice directly on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671675?state=TX to confirm current certification and quality data.
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.