Mesquite Hospice Inc
Garland, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741771)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 16 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (214) 473-4790 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process measure for Mesquite Hospice Inc, so a star rating or percent-recommend figure isn't available at this time. The hospice does have a CMS Care Index score of 5, according to Care Compare data.
Mesquite Hospice Inc serves 16 ZIP codes from its Garland, Texas office in Dallas County.
Yes, Mesquite Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 741771, certified since September 6, 2018. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Mesquite Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice agency based in Garland, Texas, serving families in Dallas County. It has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 2018, meaning it has met federal requirements to provide hospice services under Medicare for that period.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Mesquite Hospice Inc has a CMS Care Index score of 5. However, CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (such as star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice, which often happens when a hospice has too few surveyed patients to report reliable figures. This does not indicate poor quality — it simply means the data has not been made public by CMS.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score or a comparison to the Texas state average composite score (94.72) for this hospice, so no direct comparison can be made at this time.
Mesquite Hospice Inc reports serving 16 ZIP codes from its Garland, Texas office, indicating a moderate service area within the surrounding region.
Medicare's hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients under Medicare; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to review the official Care Compare listing directly and contact Mesquite Hospice Inc for further details about their specific situation.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Mesquite Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 741771), certified since September 6, 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Mesquite Hospice Inc, which often happens when a hospice has too few surveyed patients rather than reflecting quality concerns.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process score for Mesquite Hospice Inc, so a comparison to the Texas state average (94.72) is not available. Its CMS Care Index score is 5.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Mesquite Hospice Inc, based in Garland, Texas (Dallas County), reports serving 16 ZIP codes.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 16 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mesquite Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not determine care quality, but it can be a factor families consider alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Mesquite Hospice Inc has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 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 to relieve symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for patients typically expected to have six months or less to live.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care from curing an illness to focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where Mesquite Hospice Inc delivers care; contact the hospice at (214) 473-4790 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; please contact Mesquite Hospice Inc directly at (214) 473-4790 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services provided, staffing, availability of care after hours, and how the hospice supports both patients and caregivers; contact Mesquite Hospice Inc at (214) 473-4790 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Mesquite Hospice Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741771?state=TX to review its official 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.