Mt. Sinai Hospice
Harlingen, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 971622)
CMS process measure: 96.44 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (956) 230-1627 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a CAHPS star rating for Mt. Sinai Hospice, but 71% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it, and its composite process score of 96.44 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Mt. Sinai Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Harlingen, Texas office in Cameron County.
Yes, Mt. Sinai Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 971622, since 2021); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mt. Sinai Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Harlingen, Texas, serving families in Cameron County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since January 19, 2021 (CCN 971622).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 71% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 67% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a CAHPS star rating for this hospice, which can occur when survey response counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Mt. Sinai Hospice scored 96.44, above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 24.7% of patients received visits from a hospice team member in the last days of life, according to Care Compare data.
Mt. Sinai Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 47 ZIP codes from its Harlingen office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Mt. Sinai Hospice?
Yes, Mt. Sinai Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 971622) since January 19, 2021, 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 data, 71% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Mt. Sinai Hospice, and 67% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a star rating for this hospice, often due to small survey counts, which does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Mt. Sinai Hospice's composite process score is 96.44, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Mt. Sinai Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Harlingen, Texas office in Cameron County, per Care Compare data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mt. Sinai Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Mt. Sinai Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 19, 2021.
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 focuses on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have 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 and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Mt. Sinai Hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (956) 230-1627 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; contact Mt. Sinai Hospice directly at (956) 230-1627 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, the size of its service area, and how long it has been Medicare-certified — all of which are covered in this profile using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Mt. Sinai Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/971622?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.