Guadalupe Regional Hospice
Seguin, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451541)
CMS process measure: 99.51 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (830) 401-7561 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Guadalupe Regional Hospice received a 5-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.51 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Guadalupe Regional Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Seguin, Texas office in Guadalupe County.
Yes, Guadalupe Regional Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 451541, since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Guadalupe Regional Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Seguin, Texas, in Guadalupe County. It has been Medicare-certified since August 22, 1990, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Guadalupe Regional Hospice a 5-star rating. Among those surveyed, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated the hospice care experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects whether recommended hospice care processes were consistently delivered, Guadalupe Regional Hospice scored 99.51, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 60.5% of patients had visits in their last days of life, per published CMS figures.
Guadalupe Regional Hospice reports serving 29 ZIP codes from its Seguin, Texas office, indicating a fairly broad service area for the surrounding region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; this listing does not include cost information beyond that fact.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available at the time of this listing. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, that is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Guadalupe Regional Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 451541) since August 22, 1990, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey gave this hospice a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating 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 score is 99.51, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 29 ZIP codes from its office in Seguin, Texas, in Guadalupe 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?
Guadalupe Regional Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but it can affect organizational structure and priorities.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since August 22, 1990.
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 for patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; please contact Guadalupe Regional Hospice at (830) 401-7561 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Guadalupe Regional Hospice directly at (830) 401-7561 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about the CMS ratings shown here, the areas served, and any specifics of care by calling the hospice at (830) 401-7561.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review official CMS data for Guadalupe Regional Hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451541?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.