Christus Hospice - Central Texas
San Marcos, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451548)
CMS process measure: 98.86 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (512) 754-6159 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 87% would definitely recommend Christus Hospice - Central Texas, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 98.86, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Christus Hospice - Central Texas serves 34 ZIP codes from its San Marcos, Texas office, located in Hays County.
Yes, Christus Hospice - Central Texas is Medicare-certified, with CCN 451548, certified since June 11, 1991. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Christus Hospice - Central Texas is a for-profit hospice based in San Marcos, Texas, serving families in Hays County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 11, 1991, and carries CMS Certification Number (CCN) 451548.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 87% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct CAHPS star rating figure separate from these percentages in the data available here.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes — Christus Hospice - Central Texas scored 98.86, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72. This places the hospice above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports that 77.3% of patients received visits during the last days of life, one of several care-process indicators CMS tracks.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 34 ZIP codes.
Hospice care is covered under the Medicare hospice benefit for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost or fee information is included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available at the time of this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Christus Hospice - Central Texas is Medicare-certified (CCN 451548) since June 11, 1991, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose eligibility is certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
The hospice's composite process score is 98.86, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its San Marcos, Texas location in Hays County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 34 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Christus Hospice - Central Texas is listed as a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, and CMS tracks quality separately through its survey and process measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 11, 1991.
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 life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean no treatment at all, since symptom management and supportive care continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where care is delivered; please contact the hospice at (512) 754-6159 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact the hospice directly at (512) 754-6159 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how visits are scheduled near the end of life, and the hospice's service area — figures like these are available on Medicare Care Compare, and further questions can be directed to the hospice at (512) 754-6159.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review CMS's published data for this hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451548?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.