ENHABIT HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 7120 WEST INTERSTATE 40, 300A
AMARILLO, TX 79109 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 30, 2016
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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 August 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) | 15 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 15 |
30
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 ENHABIT HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ENHABIT HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 77th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
68
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 day15.1 min
Ranks better than about 77% 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 weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 life94.8%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 visits31.7%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 months39.1%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care14.1%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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)52nd 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$22,088 · 71st 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 74.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life74.2%
- All care steps completed96.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer9%
- Dementia42%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About ENHABIT HOSPICE
ENHABIT HOSPICE serves families in Amarillo, Texas. This provider offers end-of-life care for patients in Potter County. They earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews care standards to ensure providers meet high marks for patient safety. They have been certified by Medicare since 2016.
Provider Details
This is a for-profit hospice organization. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus solely on end-of-life care services. They maintain a team of 30 employees to support patient needs. This staff includes 15 registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also employ two physicians and work with 15 volunteers. Accreditation by the ACHC shows they follow strict rules for clinical care. Families should know that this provider holds top marks for their quality of care. Their score comes from the Hospice Care Index. This index looks at how well a provider manages patient needs throughout their stay.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in AMARILLO?
Hospice care in Amarillo focuses on comfort for patients and their families. Teams visit patients where they live to provide medical and emotional support. The staff at ENHABIT HOSPICE includes 15 registered nurses and two physicians. These professionals work together to address pain and symptoms. They also use 15 volunteers to offer extra companionship during difficult days. This team approach helps keep the patient in their own home for as long as possible. Many local families find that having this support nearby makes a real difference. It allows for more time with loved ones in a familiar setting. The goal is always to improve the quality of each day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask questions before you pick a hospice team. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home in an emergency. Ask how the team handles pain medication changes after hours. You should also ask how often a nurse will visit the patient each week. It is helpful to know who will be the main person you call at night. Ask how they include volunteers in the daily care plan. Finally, ask what happens if the patient needs care in a hospital setting. Getting clear answers helps you feel prepared for the days ahead. Write these down before your meeting.
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