Compassus - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671550)
CMS process measure: 99.7 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 91 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (210) 731-0505 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Compassus - San Antonio 3 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 99.70, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Compassus - San Antonio serves 91 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas office in Bexar County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Compassus - San Antonio is Medicare-certified (CCN 671550, since November 27, 2006). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - San Antonio is a for-profit hospice located in San Antonio, Texas, serving Bexar County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 2006 (CCN 671550).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 78% rated the overall care a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether hospices consistently deliver core elements of care, this hospice scored 99.70, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 82.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recently published CMS data.
Compassus - San Antonio's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 91 ZIP codes.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen simply due to small numbers of surveyed patients rather than any indication of lower quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus - San Antonio is Medicare-certified (CCN 671550) since November 27, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received an overall family caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it and 78% rating the care 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.70, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 82.0% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Compassus - San Antonio serves 91 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas office in Bexar County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 91 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus - San Antonio is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but families may want to weigh it alongside the CMS survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 2006.
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 typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less. Both aim to relieve suffering 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 the underlying illness; it does not mean withdrawing all medical attention or support. Patients and families continue to receive care aimed at managing symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice. Please contact Compassus - San Antonio at (210) 731-0505 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 Compassus - San Antonio at (210) 731-0505 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice compares to state averages on CMS quality measures, and the ZIP codes served; this listing's CMS data can help answer those. For questions about specific services or staffing, contact the hospice directly at (210) 731-0505.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus - San Antonio directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671550?state=TX to review its current CMS-published ratings and 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.