Klarus Hospice
San Antonio, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741622)
CMS process measure: 98.21 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 58 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (210) 732-7600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Klarus Hospice, so no star rating or recommend percentage is available. However, its CMS composite process measure is 98.21, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Klarus Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas office in Bexar County.
Yes, Klarus Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 741622, since 2016); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Klarus Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in San Antonio, Texas, serving families in Bexar County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 20, 2016.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Klarus Hospice, such as an overall star rating, the percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, or the percentage giving a top rating of 9 or 10. This is often the case when a hospice has a small number of surveyed patients, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality — CMS simply has not released the figures.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Klarus Hospice scored 98.21, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 53.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the data provided.
Klarus Hospice's service area, per CMS data, spans 58 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with Care Compare and the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Klarus Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 741622) since July 20, 2016, 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 caregiver survey results (star rating or recommend percentages) for Klarus 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?
Klarus Hospice's composite process score is 98.21, above the Texas state average of 94.72; CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and 53.5% of patients receiving visits in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Klarus Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas location in Bexar County, according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 58 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Klarus Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate the quality of care, though it may interest families comparing options.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Klarus Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 20, 2016, per CMS records.
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 is generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates 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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Klarus Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (210) 732-7600 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Klarus Hospice at (210) 732-7600 or verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores compared to state averages, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact Klarus Hospice at (210) 732-7600 for specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Klarus Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741622?state=TX to confirm current CMS data.
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.