Emerald Care Hospice Llc
Houston, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A91689)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 28 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (832) 572-5545 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results or a composite process score for Emerald Care Hospice LLC, so no star rating or recommendation percentage is currently available. This is common for newly certified hospices and does not reflect negatively on the quality of care provided.
Emerald Care Hospice LLC serves 28 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas office in Harris County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within the service area.
Yes, Emerald Care Hospice LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN A91689, certified since January 16, 2024. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that they meet eligibility requirements.
About this hospice
Emerald Care Hospice LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice serving families in Houston, Texas, and surrounding communities in Harris County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 16, 2024, according to CMS Care Compare records.
CMS Care Compare data does not currently include CAHPS family-caregiver survey results for this hospice, such as an overall star rating, percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, or percentage giving a top rating of 9 or 10. This is often the case for newly certified hospices or those with small patient counts, and it does not indicate poor quality — it simply means CMS has not yet published enough survey responses to report these figures.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Emerald Care Hospice LLC at this time, so no comparison to the Texas state average of 94.72 can be made. CMS also has not published a care index score or data on visits in the last days of life for this hospice.
CMS Care Compare data also does not list an ownership type for this hospice in the fields provided.
Emerald Care Hospice LLC's service area covers 28 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to check Care Compare directly for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Emerald Care Hospice LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN A91689), certified since January 16, 2024. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician 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 often happens when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for this hospice, so a comparison to the Texas state average of 94.72 is not currently possible.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Emerald Care Hospice LLC serves 28 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas location in Harris County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 28 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The ownership type for this hospice is not included in the CMS data provided; families can contact the hospice at (832) 572-5545 or check Medicare Care Compare for this detail.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Emerald Care Hospice LLC has been Medicare-certified since January 16, 2024, according to CMS Care Compare.
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 focuses on comfort and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer pursued, typically for those with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up on care and support.
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 Emerald Care Hospice LLC at (832) 572-5545 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Emerald Care Hospice LLC, contact them directly at (832) 572-5545.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, staffing, how care is coordinated, and caregiver satisfaction; contact Emerald Care Hospice LLC at (832) 572-5545 to discuss these details directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Emerald Care Hospice LLC's certification and any published quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A91689?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.