Bluebonnet Health Services
Waco, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671532)
CMS process measure: 95.56 (state average 94.72 — at state average)
Serves: 119 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (254) 751-1790 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bluebonnet Health Services holds a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.56 is at the Texas state average of 94.72.
Bluebonnet Health Services serves 119 ZIP codes from its Waco, Texas office in McLennan County. Families in this broad surrounding area may be eligible for its hospice services.
Yes, Bluebonnet Health Services is Medicare-certified, with CCN 671532, certified since May 17, 2006. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Bluebonnet Health Services is a for-profit hospice based in Waco, Texas, serving families in McLennan County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since May 17, 2006 (CCN 671532).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Bluebonnet Health Services an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated the care a 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of past patients, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, Bluebonnet Health Services scored 95.56, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — CMS characterizes this as at the state average. A related CMS care index figure of 9 and a reported 44.5% rate for visits near the end of life are also part of the published data set.
Bluebonnet Health Services reports serving 119 ZIP codes from its Waco office, indicating a broad service area across the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice; families should confirm current details directly. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. No additional cost information is provided here, and no staffing, facility, or service details beyond what CMS publishes should be assumed.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bluebonnet Health Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 671532) since May 17, 2006, 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 Care Compare data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Bluebonnet Health Services and 87% rating care 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 95.56, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — CMS describes this as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bluebonnet Health Services reports serving 119 ZIP codes from its Waco, Texas office in McLennan County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 119 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bluebonnet Health Services is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not, by itself, indicate quality; CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are a more direct source of information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 17, 2006.
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 prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice shifts the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness, but patients continue to receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support tailored to their needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This CMS data does not specify care settings for Bluebonnet Health Services; contact the hospice at (254) 751-1790 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe an intake process; please contact Bluebonnet Health Services at (254) 751-1790 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; Bluebonnet Health Services can be reached at (254) 751-1790 for specifics not covered in this CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Bluebonnet Health Services' official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671532?state=TX.
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.