Gentiva
Georgetown, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671517)
CMS process measure: 96.47 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (512) 868-0505 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a specific star rating for Gentiva, but 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it, and its composite process score of 96.47 is above the Texas state average of 94.72. These figures come from the CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data.
Gentiva serves 29 ZIP codes from its office in Georgetown, Texas, in Williamson County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 671517, since December 19, 2005); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice based in Georgetown, Texas, serving families in Williamson County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 19, 2005, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 671517.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey sample sizes are small; this should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently the hospice delivered a bundle of recommended care processes — Gentiva scored 96.47, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 71.1% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, according to the most recent published Care Compare data.
Gentiva's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 29 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost information beyond this is provided here. 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, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 671517, since December 19, 2005). 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, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Gentiva, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva's composite process score is 96.47, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Gentiva serves 29 ZIP codes from its Georgetown, Texas office in Williamson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since December 19, 2005.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to relieve symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure, 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 giving up care, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Gentiva; contact the hospice at (512) 868-0505 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact Gentiva directly at (512) 868-0505 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores, service area coverage, and how care needs will be met; contact Gentiva at (512) 868-0505 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gentiva (CCN 671517) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671517?state=TX to review the latest published CMS data.
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.