HARBOR HOSPICE OF BAYTOWN LP
Provider Information
- Address
- 1600 JAMES BOWIE SUITE D-111
BAYTOWN, TX 77520 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 23, 2010
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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) | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
33
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 HARBOR HOSPICE OF BAYTOWN LP 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 HARBOR HOSPICE OF BAYTOWN LP compares to hospices nationwide.
8.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 10th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
71
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 day8.1 min
Ranks better than about 10% 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 weekends5.8%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 life97.2%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 visits80.9%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 care9.7%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 months35.4%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 care16.8%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 hospice0.9%
Ranks better than about 52% 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)97th 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$13,963 · 28th 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 49.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed95.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids96.7%
- Visits in the last days of life49.7%
- All care steps completed93.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease32%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Harbor Hospice of Baytown LP
Harbor Hospice of Baytown LP provides hospice services to families in Baytown, Texas. They have served the community since 2010. This provider is certified by Medicare and holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. That accreditation means they meet high standards for safety and patient care. The team works from their office on James Bowie Drive to support local patients. They operate as a for-profit hospice agency. Choosing a local team can offer peace of mind during a hard time. Their staff is ready to help you and your loved ones today.
About Harbor Hospice of Baytown LP
Harbor Hospice of Baytown LP is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been certified by Medicare for over a decade. The Joint Commission accreditation is a key detail for families to know. This group acts as an independent body. They check that clinics follow strict rules for medical care and safety. A provider with this seal of approval shows they value quality. Their team includes 33 employees to handle daily needs. This count includes nine registered nurses and four licensed practical nurses. One physician and one volunteer also support the care mission. It is a small team working to meet the needs of each patient. You should look for this balance of staff when you talk to them.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Baytown?
Hospice care in Baytown focuses on comfort and quality of life. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms for those with serious illness. Staff members visit patients wherever they call home. This includes private houses or assisted living centers. The team at Harbor Hospice of Baytown LP includes nine registered nurses. They also have four licensed practical nurses on staff. These nurses coordinate closely with the single physician to manage medical care. Social workers and aides often join the team to help with daily tasks. It is a group effort. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. They aim to support family members with emotional and spiritual care too. You will find that this hospice model keeps the patient at the center of every decision made.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision for any family. You need to gather facts before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how many nurses are available for after-hours calls. You should also ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home. Ask about the specific roles of the physician and the volunteers. Find out how they handle sudden changes in pain or comfort levels. It is good to ask how they communicate with your primary doctor. Ask if they have experience with your specific diagnosis. You deserve clear and honest answers from the start. Take notes during your talk to keep the details straight. Your comfort with the answers is the best guide you have.
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