Nurses On Wheels Home Health And Hospice
Corpus Christi, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451717)
CMS process measure: 97.41 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 50 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (800) 897-4082 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 78% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 97.41 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Nurses On Wheels Home Health And Hospice serves 50 ZIP codes from its Corpus Christi, Texas office in Nueces County.
Yes, Nurses On Wheels Home Health And Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 451717, certified since 2002. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Nurses On Wheels Home Health And Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Corpus Christi, Texas, serving Nueces County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 9, 2002, and operates under CCN 451717.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 78% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages above reflect direct feedback from family caregivers.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core clinical processes are delivered, this hospice scored 97.41, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72. This suggests that, according to this specific measure, the hospice performs favorably relative to other hospices in the state.
Nurses On Wheels Home Health And Hospice reports serving 50 ZIP codes from its Corpus Christi office, reflecting a broad service area across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare, as CMS updates this information periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Nurses On Wheels Home Health And Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 451717) since August 9, 2002, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 78% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.41, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 50 ZIP codes from its Corpus Christi, Texas office in Nueces County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 50 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver surveys offer a more direct comparison.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since August 9, 2002.
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 those who have stopped curative treatment and are expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact them at (800) 897-4082 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe enrollment steps; please contact the hospice at (800) 897-4082 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, and service area; you can also contact this hospice directly at (800) 897-4082 for specifics not captured in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's published data for this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451717?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.