La Diferencia Hospice
San Antonio, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741750)
CMS process measure: 97.67 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 63 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (210) 395-3395 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 82% would definitely recommend La Diferencia Hospice, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. Its composite process score of 97.67 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
La Diferencia Hospice serves 63 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas office in Bexar County.
Yes, La Diferencia Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 741750, since July 25, 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
La Diferencia Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in San Antonio, Texas, serving Bexar County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since July 25, 2018 (CCN 741750).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend La Diferencia Hospice, and 83% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur due to small patient survey counts rather than reflecting quality one way or another.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care practices were delivered, La Diferencia Hospice scored 97.67, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 68.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, a measure related to the timeliness of end-of-life care.
La Diferencia Hospice serves a broad area, covering 63 ZIP codes from its San Antonio office. As a Medicare-certified provider, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost figures are included here beyond that fact.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current information directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, La Diferencia Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 741750) since July 25, 2018, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend La Diferencia Hospice, and 83% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 97.67, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 68.6% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
La Diferencia Hospice serves 63 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas office in Bexar County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 63 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
La Diferencia Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not directly indicate quality of care, but it is one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 25, 2018.
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 is focused on comfort for people 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 of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact La Diferencia Hospice at (210) 395-3395 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact La Diferencia Hospice at (210) 395-3395 for guidance and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, and areas served — all of which are covered above using CMS Care Compare data for La Diferencia Hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up La Diferencia Hospice (CCN 741750) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741750?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.