Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn
Corpus Christi, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451502)
CMS process measure: 98.41 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (361) 994-3450 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn 75% of the time, and it scored 98.41 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS has not published a separate star rating figure in this dataset.
Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Corpus Christi, Texas, in Nueces County.
Yes, Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn is Medicare-certified (CCN 451502, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn is a for-profit hospice located in Corpus Christi, Texas, serving families in Nueces County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 8, 1984.
CMS's CAHPS survey of family caregivers reports that 75% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating figure alongside these percentages in the data provided here.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, this hospice scored 98.41, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 74.4% of patients, according to the data provided.
This hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 45 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare, as data vintages update periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn is Medicare-certified (CCN 451502) since March 8, 1984, 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?
In CMS's CAHPS survey, 75% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated it 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 98.41, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, which CMS classifies as above the state average. CMS also reports visits occurred in the last days of life for 74.4% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 45 ZIP codes from its Corpus Christi, Texas office in Nueces County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity. Ownership type does not directly determine care quality, which is why CMS publishes separate quality and experience measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 8, 1984, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief and can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care is a specific Medicare benefit for people with a terminal diagnosis who choose to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive medical treatment for pain, symptoms, and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify the settings where this hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (361) 994-3450 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not include admissions procedures; please contact the hospice directly at (361) 994-3450 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver recommendation rates, how visit frequency compares near end of life, and what areas are served — figures like these are available on Medicare Care Compare and can be confirmed by calling (361) 994-3450.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Christus Hospice And Palliative Care Spohn directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451502?state=TX to review its current CMS-reported 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.