Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas
Tyler, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671799)
CMS process measure: 96.97 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 36 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (903) 630-1001 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. However, its CMS composite process score of 96.97 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas serves 36 ZIP codes from its Tyler, Texas office in Smith County.
Yes, Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas is Medicare-certified (CCN 671799, since 2013); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas is a for-profit hospice based in Tyler, Texas, serving families in Smith County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since November 21, 2013 (CCN 671799).
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice, which is often the case for smaller patient volumes rather than any indication of quality. What CMS has published is the hospice's composite process measure score, which measures how consistently the hospice completed a set of recommended care processes. Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas scored 96.97, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average on this measure.
The hospice reports a care index score of 6, according to CMS data. Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas serves 36 ZIP codes from its Tyler office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost or fee details are included here beyond that fact. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current information directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas has been Medicare-certified since November 21, 2013 (CCN 671799), 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, which often happens with smaller patient counts rather than reflecting poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 96.97, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 36 ZIP codes from its Tyler, Texas office in Smith County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 36 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is listed as for-profit in CMS data; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but it can be useful to know when comparing options.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 21, 2013.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies 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 no care is provided, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (903) 630-1001 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 Hands Hospice Of East Texas at (903) 630-1001 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact the hospice at (903) 630-1001 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Angel Hands Hospice Of East Texas directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671799?state=TX to review current CMS 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.