HOSPICE OF CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1422 SOUTH SAM HOUSTON BLVD., SUITE 300
HOUSTON, MO 65483 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 13, 1984
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
5
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what HOSPICE OF CARE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
22.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 97th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
2
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day22.5 min
Ranks better than about 97% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends7.2%
Ranks better than about 41% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life93.5%
Ranks better than about 50% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits16.7%
Ranks better than about 91% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care0%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months100%
Ranks better than about 1% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care0%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)96th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$6,670 · 2nd percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 70% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life70%
- All care steps completed100%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of Care in Houston
Hospice of Care serves families in Houston, Missouri, from their office on South Sam Houston Boulevard. This team provides specialized end-of-life care for those in Texas County. They have served the area for a very long time. Since they first earned their Medicare certification in 1984, they have focused on meeting the needs of local patients. They help families find comfort and peace during a difficult season of life. You can reach their team directly at 417-967-1279 to learn more about how they support their neighbors.
About Hospice of Care
Hospice of Care operates as a for-profit provider. This status means they manage their own resources to deliver patient services. They have held Medicare certification for four decades. That is a long history of service. Medicare certification acts as a baseline for quality. It shows a provider meets federal rules for safety and care delivery. Families should know that this provider maintains a lean team to serve their patients. They have five total employees on staff. This includes two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. Having nurses on the team is a big deal. It ensures that clinical needs stay front and center throughout the care process. You want to feel that the people visiting your home have the right training for the job.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Houston
Finding the right care in a rural area like Texas County matters. You need a team that knows the local roads and the local people. Hospice of Care keeps a small, focused staff to handle their patient load. With two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse, they keep their clinical work very personal. That is the benefit of a smaller team. You will likely see the same faces during each visit. This helps build trust between the family and the staff. The goal of any hospice team is to manage pain and improve daily comfort. They provide support at home so you can spend your time on what really matters. And that is simply being together with the people you love the most.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team feels like a heavy task. It is normal to feel unsure about where to start. Take a deep breath and use these questions to help guide your talk with the provider. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem pops up at night. Ask how they manage pain and other symptoms when things change. You should also ask how they support family members who are grieving. Finally, ask what their team does to help with daily tasks around the house. You deserve clear answers that make you feel heard. Do not be afraid to ask for more detail if you need it. The right team will be happy to explain their process to you.
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