Merit Hospice Llc
Dallas, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741741)
CMS process measure: 97.33 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 78 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (214) 368-1154 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Merit Hospice in Dallas, TX received 4 out of 5 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 97.33 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Merit Hospice serves 78 ZIP codes from its office in Dallas, Texas, located in Dallas County.
Yes, Merit Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 741741, certified since August 23, 2018. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Merit Hospice LLC is a for-profit hospice agency based in Dallas, Texas, serving families in Dallas County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 23, 2018, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 741741.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Merit Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Merit Hospice scored 97.33, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 77.2% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on the most recently published CMS data.
Merit Hospice's service area currently spans 78 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Dallas office.
Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small numbers of surveyed patients, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost figures beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published reporting period.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Merit Hospice LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 741741), certified since August 23, 2018. 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?
Family caregivers gave Merit Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Merit Hospice scored 97.33 on the CMS composite process-of-care measure, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Merit Hospice serves 78 ZIP codes from its office in Dallas, Texas, in Dallas 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?
Merit Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but it is public information CMS reports for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Merit Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 23, 2018.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to relieve symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a patient's life expectancy is generally 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, but patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other health needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This detail isn't included in the CMS data provided; please contact Merit Hospice at (214) 368-1154 or check its listing on Medicare Care Compare for specifics.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data available doesn't cover enrollment steps; contact Merit Hospice directly at (214) 368-1154 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how staff are available for support, and how care is coordinated; you can review Merit Hospice's published CMS ratings and confirm other details by calling (214) 368-1154.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Merit Hospice LLC (CCN 741741) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741741?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.