Blue Star Hospice, Inc.
Katy, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741560)
CMS process measure: 74.34 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 95 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (832) 727-9119 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Blue Star Hospice has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 81% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 74.34, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Blue Star Hospice serves 95 ZIP codes from its Katy, Texas office in Harris County. Families in that broad area may be eligible for care from this hospice, according to CMS data.
Yes, Blue Star Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 741560, since 2015). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Blue Star Hospice, Inc. is a for-profit hospice based in Katy, Texas, serving families in Harris County and surrounding communities. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 6, 2015.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Blue Star Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients cared for by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the percentage of recommended care processes provided, Blue Star Hospice scored 74.34, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that 39.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to available data.
Blue Star Hospice reports serving a wide area, covering 95 ZIP codes from its Katy office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur simply due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are available or provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Blue Star Hospice, Inc. is Medicare-certified under CCN 741560, certified since May 6, 2015, 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's CAHPS survey gives Blue Star Hospice an overall 3-star rating, with 81% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 78% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Blue Star Hospice's composite process score is 74.34, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Blue Star Hospice reports serving 95 ZIP codes from its Katy, Texas office in Harris County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 95 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Blue Star Hospice is a for-profit organization, per CMS records; ownership type doesn't directly determine quality, but it's one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS survey and measure data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Blue Star Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 6, 2015, according to CMS records.
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 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 shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Blue Star Hospice; please contact the hospice at (832) 727-9119 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Blue Star Hospice directly at (832) 727-9119 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Blue Star Hospice at (832) 727-9119 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Blue Star Hospice, Inc. directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741560?state=TX to confirm current CMS ratings and measures.
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.