Pathways Hospice
Houston, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN A91796)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 0 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (713) 665-5471 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results or a composite quality score for Pathways Hospice yet, often because of limited patient survey data. Families can check Medicare Care Compare directly for the most current information as it becomes available.
Medicare Care Compare data currently lists zero ZIP codes on file for Pathways Hospice's service area from its Houston, Texas office in Harris County. Families should contact the hospice directly to confirm which areas it currently serves.
Yes, Pathways Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A91796, certified since December 15, 2025); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No further cost or coverage details are included in this data.
About this hospice
Pathways Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice provider located in Houston, Texas, serving families in Harris County. According to CMS Care Compare records, Pathways Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 15, 2025 (CCN A91796).
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Pathways Hospice in the current Care Compare data release. This is often the case for hospices with small patient counts, and it does not indicate poor quality of care — it simply means CMS has not yet released or been able to calculate a statistically reliable survey result for this provider.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Pathways Hospice, so no comparison to the Texas state average of 94.72 can be made at this time. The 'vs_state' comparison field is listed as not reported in the CMS data.
Care Compare data for this listing shows zero ZIP codes currently on file for Pathways Hospice's service area; families should contact the hospice directly to confirm which areas and ZIP codes it currently serves.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No other cost or coverage details are available from this data source.
Ownership type was not provided in the available CMS data for this listing. Families considering Pathways Hospice are encouraged to review the official Medicare Care Compare page and speak directly with the hospice to learn more about current services and care options before making a decision.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Pathways Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN A91796), certified since December 15, 2025. 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 Pathways Hospice, which is often the case for hospices with small patient counts rather than a sign of poor care.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Pathways Hospice, so no comparison to the Texas state average of 94.72 is currently available.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data currently shows zero ZIP codes on file for this hospice; please call (713) 665-5471 to confirm its current service area.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 0 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Ownership type was not included in the available CMS data for this listing; contact the hospice at (713) 665-5471 for this information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Pathways Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 15, 2025, 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 focuses on comfort for those nearing the end of life who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing an illness; it is not giving up care, but shifting the goal of care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Pathways Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (713) 665-5471 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Pathways Hospice, contact them at (713) 665-5471 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, coverage areas, staffing, and how care is coordinated; contact Pathways Hospice at (713) 665-5471 for specifics not listed in this data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Pathways Hospice's certification and available quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/A91796?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.