Traditions Hospice
Longview, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671689)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 38 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (903) 663-2331 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 83% would definitely recommend Traditions Hospice, and 84% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Traditions Hospice serves 38 ZIP codes from its Longview, Texas office in Gregg County.
Yes, Traditions Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 671689, certified since 2011; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Traditions Hospice is a for-profit, Medicare-certified hospice based in Longview, Texas, serving families in Gregg County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since July 22, 2011.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 83% would definitely recommend Traditions Hospice, and 84% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, which sometimes reflects a smaller number of surveyed families rather than any indication of quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, Traditions Hospice scored 100.00, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS data also shows that visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.4% of patients, based on the published care index figures.
Traditions Hospice reports serving 38 ZIP codes from its Longview office, reflecting a fairly broad service area within its region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Traditions Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 671689) since July 22, 2011, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 83% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Traditions Hospice, and 84% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Traditions Hospice reports serving 38 ZIP codes from its Longview, Texas office in Gregg County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 38 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Traditions Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not determine quality on its own; CMS quality and survey measures offer more direct insight into a hospice's performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 22, 2011.
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 for people who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor has certified a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment, but it does not mean giving up care altogether.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Traditions Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (903) 663-2331 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; please contact Traditions Hospice directly at (903) 663-2331 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Traditions Hospice at (903) 663-2331 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Traditions Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671689?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.