Iph Hospice Care Inc
Mcallen, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671573)
CMS process measure: 95.83 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 13 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (956) 682-4234 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Iph Hospice Care Inc, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 95.83, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Iph Hospice Care Inc serves 13 ZIP codes from its McAllen, Texas office in Hidalgo County.
Yes, Iph Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 671573, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Iph Hospice Care Inc is a for-profit hospice located in McAllen, Texas, serving families in Hidalgo County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 17, 2007.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for Iph Hospice Care Inc. This is often due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality of care; families are encouraged to check Medicare Care Compare directly for any updates.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of important care processes, Iph Hospice Care Inc scored 95.83, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 100.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the most recent published data.
Iph Hospice Care Inc's service area includes 13 ZIP codes, based on CMS records.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare, as data vintages may change over time.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Iph Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 671573) since May 17, 2007, 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, often due to small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 95.83, above the Texas state average of 94.72, and CMS reports 100.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Iph Hospice Care Inc serves 13 ZIP codes from its office in McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 13 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 determine quality of care, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 17, 2007.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than curing an illness, typically when a person is expected to have six months or less to live.
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 pain management, symptom relief, and emotional support continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Iph Hospice Care Inc at (956) 682-4234 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Iph Hospice Care Inc directly at (956) 682-4234 to discuss how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Iph Hospice Care Inc at (956) 682-4234 for specifics not listed here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Iph Hospice Care Inc's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671573?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.