Jol Healthcare
Kyle, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741615)
CMS process measure: 88.68 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 78 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (512) 786-4198 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a CAHPS overall star rating for Jol Healthcare, but 91% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Jol Healthcare scored 88.68, below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Jol Healthcare serves 78 ZIP codes from its office in Kyle, Texas, in Hays County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Jol Healthcare is Medicare-certified, with CCN 741615, certified since July 20, 2006. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies a terminal prognosis.
About this hospice
Jol Healthcare is a for-profit hospice based in Kyle, Texas, serving families in Hays County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 20, 2006, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 741615.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 91% of family caregivers who responded said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a CAHPS overall star rating for this hospice, which often occurs when the number of surveyed patients is small; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Jol Healthcare scored 88.68, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports that 57.8% of patients received visits from the hospice team in the last days of life, a related but separate measure of care intensity near end of life.
Jol Healthcare's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 78 ZIP codes from its Kyle, Texas office. Care under this hospice is covered by the Medicare hospice benefit for eligible patients whose doctor certifies a terminal prognosis; no additional cost information is provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published by CMS. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare and to speak with the hospice about specific questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Jol Healthcare is Medicare-certified (CCN 741615) since July 20, 2006, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies a terminal prognosis.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 91% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10; CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Jol Healthcare's composite process score is 88.68, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Jol Healthcare reports serving 78 ZIP codes from its office in Kyle, Texas, in Hays County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 78 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Jol Healthcare is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS publishes it as part of its transparency data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Jol Healthcare has been Medicare-certified since July 20, 2006.
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 cure for patients with a terminal prognosis, typically when a doctor believes life expectancy is six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness, but it does not mean abandoning medical care or support — hospice teams actively manage symptoms and provide care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Jol Healthcare delivers care; contact the hospice directly at (512) 786-4198 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Jol Healthcare, contact the hospice at (512) 786-4198 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact Jol Healthcare at (512) 786-4198 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Jol Healthcare's current certification, survey results, and quality measures at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741615?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.