Ultimate Hospice
Mesquite, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 971615)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 3 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (469) 363-6534 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process measure score for Ultimate Hospice, often because of small patient counts. This does not necessarily reflect the quality of care provided.
Ultimate Hospice serves 3 ZIP codes from its Mesquite, Texas office in Dallas County.
Yes, Ultimate Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 971615, since December 23, 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Ultimate Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Mesquite, Texas, serving families in Dallas County. It has been certified by Medicare since December 23, 2020, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 971615.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregiver survey results (CAHPS) — including a star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend the hospice, and percentage rating it 9 or 10 — have not been published for Ultimate Hospice. CMS often does not publish these figures for hospices with small patient counts, and this should not be read as a sign of poor quality; it simply means the data is not yet available publicly.
Similarly, CMS has not reported a composite process measure score for this hospice compared with the Texas state average of 94.72, nor a care index score or percentage of visits in the last days of life. Families are encouraged to check Medicare Care Compare directly for any updates to these measures.
Ultimate Hospice serves 3 ZIP codes from its Mesquite office, indicating a relatively focused local service area.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. No cost details beyond this are provided here.
All information above reflects the most recent data published on CMS Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Ultimate Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 971615) since December 23, 2020, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose 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 Ultimate Hospice, which often happens with hospices that have small patient counts; this is not an indication of poor care.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not reported a composite process measure score for Ultimate Hospice, so no comparison to the Texas state average of 94.72 can be made at this time.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Ultimate Hospice serves 3 ZIP codes from its Mesquite, Texas office in Dallas County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 3 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Ultimate Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not determine quality of care, but families may wish to consider it alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Ultimate Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 23, 2020.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Ultimate Hospice delivers care; please contact them at (469) 363-6534 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Ultimate Hospice at (469) 363-6534 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, staffing, how care is coordinated, and how the hospice communicates with families — Ultimate Hospice can be reached at (469) 363-6534 for these details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Ultimate Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/971615?state=TX to confirm current CMS data.
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.