Uplift Hospice
Houston, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741687)
CMS process measure: 93.6 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 148 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (713) 385-1865 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
According to CMS data, 60% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Uplift Hospice, and 58% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score of 93.60 is below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Uplift Hospice serves 148 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas office in Harris County.
Yes, Uplift Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 741687, since 2017); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Uplift Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Houston, Texas, serving families in Harris County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since August 12, 2017 (CCN 741687).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 60% would definitely recommend Uplift Hospice, and 58% rated their overall experience with the hospice as a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; when a star rating is not published, it is often due to small survey sample sizes rather than an indication of quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Uplift Hospice scored 93.60, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports that 43.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Uplift Hospice serves a broad area, covering 148 ZIP codes from its Houston office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as made available to this directory; families should verify current figures directly on Care Compare. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility — no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS publishes.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Uplift Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 741687) since August 12, 2017, 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?
CMS data shows 60% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Uplift Hospice, and 58% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Uplift Hospice's composite process score is 93.60, which is below the Texas state average of 94.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Uplift Hospice serves 148 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas office in Harris County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 148 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Uplift Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor among many, and CMS quality data can help families compare providers regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Uplift Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 12, 2017.
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 and quality of life for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward 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 doesn't specify where Uplift Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (713) 385-1865 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care with Uplift Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (713) 385-1865 and confirm eligibility and enrollment steps; you can also verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, the range of ZIP codes served, and specific services offered — you can confirm current CMS figures for Uplift Hospice at (713) 385-1865 or on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Uplift Hospice (CCN 741687) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741687?state=TX to review 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.