Caring Hearts Of Texas
Pharr, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671634)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 17 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (956) 803-0895 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Caring Hearts Of Texas, so a star rating and percent-recommend figure are not available. CMS's composite process measure for this hospice was also not reported against the Texas state average of 94.72, though CMS lists a care index score of 9 for this provider.
Caring Hearts Of Texas serves 17 ZIP codes from its office in Pharr, Texas, in Hidalgo County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Caring Hearts Of Texas is Medicare-certified, with CCN 671634, certified since 2009. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility, and no additional cost details are provided beyond that.
About this hospice
Caring Hearts Of Texas is a for-profit hospice based in Pharr, Texas, serving families in Hidalgo County. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 15, 2009.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, including the star rating, the percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, and the percentage rating it 9-10. This is often the case for hospices with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality; it simply means CMS has not released a survey result for this provider.
CMS's care index score for Caring Hearts Of Texas is listed at 9, and CMS data show that visits occurred in the last days of life for 46.8% of patients. The composite process measure specific to this hospice was not reported by CMS ('not reported' against a Texas state average composite of 94.72), so a direct comparison to the state average cannot be made from the available data.
Caring Hearts Of Texas serves a service area covering 17 ZIP codes from its Pharr, Texas office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to review the CMS Care Compare page directly and to contact the hospice for any details not covered by published CMS measures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Caring Hearts Of Texas is Medicare-certified (CCN 671634) and has been since October 15, 2009. 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 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?
CMS lists this hospice's composite process measure as 'not reported,' so it cannot be compared to the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS does report a care index score of 9 and notes visits occurred in the last days of life for 46.8% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Caring Hearts Of Texas serves 17 ZIP codes from its office in Pharr, Texas, in Hidalgo County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 17 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Caring Hearts Of Texas is a for-profit hospice according to CMS data. Ownership type alone does not determine quality; CMS quality measures are the more direct indicator, where published.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 15, 2009, according to CMS Care Compare data.
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 decided to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort in the final phase of life. Both aim to relieve pain and improve quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care altogether. Patients still receive medical attention aimed at managing symptoms and supporting their wellbeing.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care. Please contact Caring Hearts Of Texas at (956) 803-0895 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data available does not describe the intake process for this hospice. Please contact Caring Hearts Of Texas at (956) 803-0895 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measures, service area, and how care is provided; for Caring Hearts Of Texas specifically, contact (956) 803-0895 and review the Medicare Care Compare page for details not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Caring Hearts Of Texas directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671634?state=TX, which reflects the same CMS data referenced in this profile.
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.