Sunset Hospice Inc
Tomball, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451762)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 44 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (281) 290-7600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 78% would definitely recommend Sunset Hospice Inc, and 62% gave it a top rating of 9 or 10. CMS has not published a composite process score comparison against the Texas state average for this hospice.
Sunset Hospice Inc serves 44 ZIP codes from its Tomball, Texas office in Harris County.
Yes, Sunset Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 451762, certified since 2004; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sunset Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Tomball, Texas, serving families in Harris County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 28, 2004, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 451762.
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 62% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct CAHPS star rating for this hospice separately from these figures in the data provided.
CMS has not reported a composite process measure score comparison for this hospice against the Texas state average of 94.72; the comparison field is listed as "not reported." This is common for smaller hospices and does not by itself indicate a quality concern. The care index score reported is 5, and the reported percentage of visits in the last days of life is 0.0%, as published by CMS.
Sunset Hospice Inc serves a broad area, covering 44 ZIP codes from its Tomball, Texas office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Sunset Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 451762) since July 28, 2004, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 78% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 62% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS lists the comparison to the Texas state average composite score (94.72) as "not reported" for this hospice; this does not necessarily indicate a quality issue, and can happen with smaller patient counts.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Sunset Hospice Inc serves 44 ZIP codes from its office in Tomball, Texas, in Harris County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 44 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Sunset Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it is one factor some families consider.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Sunset Hospice Inc has been Medicare-certified since July 28, 2004.
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 with a terminal diagnosis who have generally stopped curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice shifts the focus to comfort, symptom relief, 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 Sunset Hospice Inc at (281) 290-7600 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact Sunset Hospice Inc at (281) 290-7600 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, service area, staffing, and available support; contact Sunset Hospice Inc at (281) 290-7600 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Sunset Hospice Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451762?state=TX using CCN 451762.
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.