Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc.
San Antonio, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 971643)
CMS process measure: 97.79 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 93 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (210) 797-7321 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc., often because too few surveys were completed to report. However, on CMS's composite process measure, it scored 97.79 compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average.
Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. serves 93 ZIP codes from its San Antonio, Texas office in Bexar County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. is Medicare-certified, with CCN 971643, certified since 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. is a for-profit hospice based in San Antonio, Texas, serving families in Bexar County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 7, 2021.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend, or percentage rating the hospice 9-10) for Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. This is often because too few surveys were completed to report reliable results, and it should not be taken as a sign of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. scored 97.79, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 39.2% of patients, according to the same dataset.
Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. reports serving 93 ZIP codes from its San Antonio office, reflecting a broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 971643), certified since 05/07/2021. 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 this hospice, often because too few surveys were completed to report reliably — this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On CMS's composite process measure, Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. scored 97.79, above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes visits occurred in the last days of life for 39.2% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. reports serving 93 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 93 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but CMS reports it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 7, 2021, according to CMS records.
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 for those who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, 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 to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. provides care; please contact the hospice at (210) 797-7321 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc. directly at (210) 797-7321 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about the CMS quality scores, family caregiver survey results, service area, and ownership type shown here; for further details, contact the hospice at (210) 797-7321.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Nightingale Hospice Care, Inc.'s certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/971643?state=TX.
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.