Heart Of Texas Hospice
Spring Branch, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451712)
CMS process measure: 97.38 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 108 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (830) 730-7711 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Heart Of Texas Hospice has earned a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 86% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.38 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Heart Of Texas Hospice serves 108 ZIP codes from its office in Spring Branch, Texas, in Bexar County.
Yes, Heart Of Texas Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 451712, since 2001); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Heart Of Texas Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Spring Branch, Texas, serving families in Bexar County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since December 10, 2001 (CCN 451712).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Heart Of Texas Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, Heart Of Texas Hospice scored 97.38, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 64.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure tied to timely, attentive care near the end of life. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of a small number of surveyed patients — it does not indicate poor quality.
Heart Of Texas Hospice's service area covers 108 ZIP codes from its Spring Branch office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Heart Of Texas Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 10, 2001 (CCN 451712), 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?
Families surveyed through CMS's CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Heart Of Texas Hospice 4 stars overall, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.38, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 64.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Heart Of Texas Hospice serves 108 ZIP codes from its Spring Branch, Texas office in Bexar County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 108 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Heart Of Texas Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS survey and process scores are better indicators of the care families reported receiving.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 10, 2001, according to CMS Care Compare records.
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 for patients who have decided to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies 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, dignity, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, medical attention, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; contact Heart Of Texas Hospice at (830) 730-7711 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the intake process; contact Heart Of Texas Hospice directly at (830) 730-7711 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and Medicare certification status — all of which are covered here using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Heart Of Texas Hospice (CCN 451712) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451712?state=TX to confirm current ratings and details.
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.