Unity Hospice
Houston, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 971679)
CMS process measure: 97.9 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 95 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (866) 899-1564 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published an overall star rating for Unity Hospice, but 68% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and its composite process score of 97.90 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Unity Hospice serves 95 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas office in Harris County.
Yes, Unity Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 971679, since 2021); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Unity Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Houston, Texas, serving families in Harris County and the surrounding region. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since August 27, 2021, under CCN 971679.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 68% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 68% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality, only limited published data.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Unity Hospice scored 97.90, above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 55.0% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, according to Care Compare data.
Unity Hospice's service area spans 95 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Houston office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as provided and may be updated over time; families are encouraged to check Care Compare directly for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Unity Hospice?
Yes. Unity Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 971679, since August 27, 2021), 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, 68% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Unity Hospice, and 68% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Unity Hospice's composite process score is 97.90, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Unity Hospice serves 95 ZIP codes from its office in Houston, Harris County, Texas.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 95 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Unity Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Unity Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 27, 2021, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for people with a terminal illness who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, while palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness.
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 on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Unity Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (866) 899-1564 or 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 Unity Hospice directly at (866) 899-1564 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, service area, and how the hospice communicates with patients and families — Unity Hospice's CMS data on these points is included above.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Unity Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/971679?state=TX to confirm current CMS ratings and 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.