Guardian Hospice
Sherman, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671652)
CMS process measure: 98.33 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 35 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (903) 868-0267 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 93% would definitely recommend Guardian Hospice, and 93% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 98.33 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Guardian Hospice serves 35 ZIP codes from its Sherman, Texas office in Grayson County.
Yes, Guardian Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 671652), certified since June 30, 2010; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Guardian Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Sherman, Texas, serving Grayson County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since June 30, 2010 (CCN 671652).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 93% would definitely recommend Guardian Hospice, and 93% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data available here, though the recommendation and rating percentages reflect caregiver experience.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether core hospice care processes were delivered, Guardian Hospice scored 98.33, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports that 65.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the same data set. A care index score of 7 is also reported by CMS.
Guardian Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 35 ZIP codes from its Sherman, Texas office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare, as CMS updates this data periodically and some measures may not be published for every hospice due to small patient counts.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Guardian Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 671652) since June 30, 2010, 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, 93% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Guardian Hospice, and 93% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Guardian Hospice's CMS composite process score is 98.33, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72; CMS also reports 65.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Guardian Hospice serves 35 ZIP codes from its Sherman, Texas location in Grayson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 35 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Guardian Hospice is a for-profit agency; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, so it's worth reviewing CMS quality data alongside this fact.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Guardian Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 30, 2010.
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 those with a life-limiting illness who are generally no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice shifts the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness, but it does not mean abandoning care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Guardian Hospice; please contact the hospice at (903) 868-0267 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Guardian Hospice, contact them directly at (903) 868-0267 and verify eligibility and enrollment steps on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, service area coverage, and what services are included — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare and confirmed with the hospice directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Guardian Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671652?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.