Harbor Hospice Of East Houston, L.P.
Kingwood, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741526)
CMS process measure: 92.13 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 62 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (281) 973-8410 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 71% would definitely recommend Harbor Hospice Of East Houston, and 58% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 92.13 is below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Harbor Hospice Of East Houston serves 62 ZIP codes from its Kingwood, TX office in Harris County.
Yes, Harbor Hospice Of East Houston is Medicare-certified (CCN 741526, since 2013); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Harbor Hospice Of East Houston, L.P. is a for-profit hospice based in Kingwood, Texas, serving families in Harris County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2013, meaning it meets federal requirements to provide hospice services to Medicare beneficiaries.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 71% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 58% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure separate from these percentages in the data available here.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, this hospice scored 92.13, which falls below the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS's care index score is listed as 8, and 24.8% of patients received visits in their final days of life, based on CMS's published measures.
Harbor Hospice Of East Houston reports serving 62 ZIP codes from its Kingwood office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Harbor Hospice Of East Houston has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2013 (CCN 741526), 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 71% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 58% rated it 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 92.13, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72, per CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 62 ZIP codes from its Kingwood, Texas office in Harris County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 62 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2013.
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 is specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Harbor Hospice Of East Houston at (281) 973-8410 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data here doesn't cover intake steps; please contact the hospice directly at (281) 973-8410 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, CMS quality scores, and areas served, all of which are covered above; for further specifics, contact the hospice at (281) 973-8410 and review its listing on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Harbor Hospice Of East Houston, L.P. directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741526?state=TX using CCN 741526.
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.