Providence Hospice
Waco, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451713)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 81 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (254) 399-9099 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Providence Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family-caregiver rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 100.00, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Providence Hospice serves 81 ZIP codes from its Waco, Texas office in McLennan County.
Yes, Providence Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 451713, since 2002); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Providence Hospice is a non-profit hospice program based in Waco, Texas, serving McLennan County. It has been Medicare-certified since January 2, 2002 (CCN 451713), meaning the Medicare hospice benefit covers eligible patients' hospice care once a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Providence Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Providence Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 9, and data show that 67.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recently published Care Compare figures.
Providence Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 81 ZIP codes from its Waco office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the most current figures. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality. This profile does not describe staffing, facilities, or specific services beyond what CMS reports, and does not include cost information beyond noting that Medicare's hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Providence Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 451713) since January 2, 2002, 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?
Family caregivers gave Providence Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 100.00, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Providence Hospice, based in Waco, Texas (McLennan County), serves 81 ZIP codes according to Care Compare data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 81 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Providence Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can reflect an organization's mission and structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed regardless of ownership type.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Providence Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 2, 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 generally for patients with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Providence Hospice; please contact the hospice at (254) 399-9099 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Providence Hospice directly at (254) 399-9099 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Providence Hospice at (254) 399-9099 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Providence Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451713?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.