ALTUS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2615 CALDER AVENUE, SUITE 111
BEAUMONT, TX 77702 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 26, 1994
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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) | 16 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
36
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 ALTUS 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ALTUS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
110
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 day10.6 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends4.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits67.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care4%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 months46.7%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 care8%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 hospice1.3%
Ranks better than about 47% 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)67th 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$27,913 · 88th 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 71% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.0%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids92.2%
- Visits in the last days of life71%
- All care steps completed96.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia32%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Altus Hospice in Beaumont
Altus Hospice serves the people of Beaumont, Texas. They operate from their office on Calder Avenue. This team provides specialized end-of-life care for families in Jefferson County. They hold CHAP accreditation, which shows they meet high standards for safety and service. This provider has been certified by Medicare since 1994. They are a for-profit hospice agency dedicated to the local area. Choosing the right provider is a major decision for your family. Their long history of Medicare certification suggests they have deep experience in this field. You can feel sure that they understand the rules and requirements for hospice care in Texas. This provider is ready to talk with you about your specific needs and goals.
About ALTUS HOSPICE
This agency operates as a for-profit provider in Beaumont. Being a for-profit hospice means they follow specific business rules set by the state and federal government. They have been certified to serve Medicare patients for over thirty years. Their CHAP accreditation is a sign of quality. CHAP is a group that checks to see if hospices follow strict safety and care rules. They look at how the team manages medications and how they support families during hard times. This process is voluntary. It shows that Altus Hospice wants to be checked by an outside group to prove their work meets high goals. Families should look for this accreditation when they compare options. It provides a clear look at how the agency handles their day-to-day work. You deserve to know that your loved one is in safe hands with a team that values external review.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in BEAUMONT?
Hospice care in Jefferson County focuses on comfort and dignity. The team at Altus Hospice includes 16 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. These nurses work together to manage pain and symptoms for the patient. They do not have volunteers on staff. This means the clinical team handles the primary care tasks directly. Having a large group of nurses on staff allows them to respond to patient needs with focus. The team size is 36 people in total. They provide care in homes and other settings across the Beaumont area. It is a system built to keep patients comfortable where they live. Most people find that having a dedicated nurse makes a big difference in their daily life. You can ask them how they coordinate care with your own doctor. They work to keep everyone on the same page during this time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you make a clear choice. Start by asking how they handle after-hours calls. You need to know who answers the phone at night or on the weekend. Ask them how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem arises. It is also good to ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Some agencies have more experience with certain conditions than others. Ask them to explain how they will support your family emotionally. Do they have social workers or chaplains available to talk? Finally, ask about their plan for comfort care and pain management. You want a team that listens to your goals and follows them. Get these answers in writing if you can. It helps you stay organized while you make your final decision for your loved one.
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