Benchmark Hospice, Llc
Montgomery, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451574)
CMS process measure: 92.08 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 41 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (936) 274-3787 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 95% would definitely recommend Benchmark Hospice, and 91% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 92.08, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Benchmark Hospice serves 41 ZIP codes from its Montgomery, Texas office in Montgomery County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Benchmark Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 451574), certified since 1993. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that they meet hospice eligibility requirements.
About this hospice
Benchmark Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Montgomery, Texas, serving families in Montgomery County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 31, 1993, meaning it has operated under CMS oversight for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), 95% of family caregivers who responded said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated the hospice 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages above reflect direct family caregiver feedback collected by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice completed a bundle of recommended care processes, Benchmark Hospice scored 92.08, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 86.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, as tracked in CMS's published data.
Benchmark Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 41 ZIP codes.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as provided; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indicator of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Benchmark Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 451574), certified since March 31, 1993. 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?
According to CMS survey data, 95% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Benchmark Hospice, and 91% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Benchmark Hospice scored 92.08 on CMS's composite process measure, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serves 41 ZIP codes from its Montgomery, Texas office in Montgomery County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 41 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Benchmark Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but CMS discloses it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Benchmark Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 31, 1993.
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 estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions and can discuss their goals with their care team at any time.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Benchmark Hospice at (936) 274-3787 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 Benchmark Hospice at (936) 274-3787 for details, and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores compared to the state average, and the ZIP codes served — all of which are reported here from CMS data; for specifics on services and staffing, contact the hospice directly at (936) 274-3787.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Benchmark Hospice using CCN 451574 at medicare.gov/care-compare, or visit https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451574?state=TX directly.
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.