Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc
Paris, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671728)
CMS process measure: 95.24 (state average 94.72 — at state average)
Serves: 25 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (903) 783-1818 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 90% would definitely recommend Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc, and 87% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 95.24, which is at the Texas state average of 94.72.
Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc serves 25 ZIP codes from its office in Paris, Texas, in Lamar County.
Yes, Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 671728, certified since August 8, 2012. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Paris, Texas, serving families in Lamar County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 8, 2012, and is identified by CMS with Certification Number (CCN) 671728.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 87% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc scored 95.24, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — CMS classifies this as at the state average. CMS also reports that 89.1% of patients received visits during the last days of life, and lists a care index score of 8 for this hospice.
Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc serves 25 ZIP codes from its Paris, Texas office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information is included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly on the Care Compare website for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 671728, since August 8, 2012). 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 87% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 95.24, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — CMS classifies this as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc serves 25 ZIP codes from its Paris, Texas office in Lamar County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 25 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS survey and quality measures are better indicators to review together with ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 8, 2012.
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 manage symptoms and improve comfort, while hospice care focuses on comfort for people who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and are typically in the last months of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (903) 783-1818 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact the hospice directly at (903) 783-1818 to learn about starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures compared to the state average, the size of its service area, and how long it has been Medicare-certified — all of which are covered in this listing where available.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view official CMS data for this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671728?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.