Compassus - Central Texas
Waco, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451758)
CMS process measure: 99.55 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 54 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (254) 870-5174 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 66% would definitely recommend Compassus - Central Texas, and 64% gave it a 9 or 10 out of 10 rating. On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, it scored 99.55, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Compassus - Central Texas serves 54 ZIP codes from its Waco, Texas office in McLennan County.
Yes, Compassus - Central Texas is Medicare-certified (CCN 451758), certified since 2004; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Central Texas is a for-profit hospice based in Waco, Texas, serving McLennan County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 30, 2004 (CCN 451758).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 66% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 64% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided; families are encouraged to review the full survey detail directly on Care Compare.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Compassus - Central Texas scored 99.55, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 66.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, and a care index score of 10 is listed for this hospice, though families should note that some measures may be limited by small patient counts and their absence never implies lower quality.
Compassus - Central Texas serves 54 ZIP codes from its Waco office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost information beyond that is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus - Central Texas is Medicare-certified (CCN 451758) and has been since June 30, 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 66% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 64% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 99.55, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72 — above the state average. CMS also reports 66.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 54 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 54 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus - Central Texas is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results give a more direct picture.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 30, 2004.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as certified by a doctor.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice. Contact Compassus - Central Texas at (254) 870-5174 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps. Contact Compassus - Central Texas at (254) 870-5174 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, how care is coordinated, and how the hospice's CAHPS survey results and quality measures compare to state averages — information available on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view official CMS data for this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451758?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.