Hospice Care Team Inc
Texas City, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451508)
CMS process measure: 95.39 (state average 94.72 — at state average)
Serves: 103 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (409) 938-0070 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 72% would definitely recommend Hospice Care Team Inc, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 95.39, at the Texas state average of 94.72.
Hospice Care Team Inc serves 103 ZIP codes from its Texas City, Texas office in Galveston County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Hospice Care Team Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 451508), certified since 1985; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Care Team Inc is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Texas City, Texas, serving Galveston County and the surrounding region. The hospice has an ownership classification of "Other" and has been Medicare-certified since August 30, 1985, giving it a long history of participation in the Medicare hospice program.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 72% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the delivery of recommended care processes, Hospice Care Team Inc scored 95.39, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 66.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the data provided.
Hospice Care Team Inc's service area, as reflected in Medicare Care Compare data, spans 103 ZIP codes, indicating a broad service footprint from its Texas City office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Care Team Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 451508), certified since August 30, 1985, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
According to CMS data, 72% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Hospice Care Team Inc, and 80% rated their overall 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 95.39, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it at the state average. CMS data also shows 66.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Care Team Inc serves 103 ZIP codes from its Texas City, Texas location in Galveston County, per CMS Care Compare data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 103 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality and survey measures reflect the actual care experience reported.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice Care Team Inc has been Medicare-certified since August 30, 1985.
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 chosen 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 to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up care, support, or dignity.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Hospice Care Team Inc at (409) 938-0070 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; contact Hospice Care Team Inc directly at (409) 938-0070 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores compared to state averages, service area coverage, and how care needs will be met; contact Hospice Care Team Inc at (409) 938-0070 to discuss specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Care Team Inc (CCN 451508) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451508?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.