HARBOR HOSPICE OF FORT WORTH LP
Provider Information
- Address
- 4255 BRYANT IRVIN ROAD, SUITE 116
FORT WORTH, TX 76109 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 25, 2013
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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 |
| Physicians | 1 |
8
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 FORT WORTH 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HARBOR HOSPICE OF FORT WORTH LP compares to hospices nationwide.
6.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 3rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
8
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 day6.3 min
Ranks better than about 3% 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 weekends3.9%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life64.3%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 visits88.6%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 months22.6%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 care22.6%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 hospice3.2%
Ranks better than about 23% 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$15,952 · 39th 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 6 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 45% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening97.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed82.1%
- Beliefs and values discussed66.7%
- Visits in the last days of life45%
- All care steps completed59%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia34%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Harbor Hospice of Fort Worth LP
Harbor Hospice of Fort Worth LP serves the Tarrant County area from its office on Bryant Irvin Road. This provider offers hospice care to families in the Fort Worth region. They have been certified by Medicare since late 2013. The agency holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet national standards for safety. Hospice provides comfort and support for people facing a terminal illness. Their team works to manage pain and help patients remain comfortable in their own homes. This provider operates as a for-profit entity. They bring a specific set of clinical skills to the local community every single day.
About Harbor Hospice of Fort Worth LP
As a for-profit provider, this agency manages its own operations while following federal Medicare rules. They earned their Medicare certification in 2013. The agency maintains accreditation through the Joint Commission. This body sends experts to look at how a hospice runs its daily business. They check that the staff follows strict rules for patient safety and record keeping. This matters because it gives families a clear sign that an outside group has reviewed their work. The team includes one physician and two registered nurses among their eight total employees. That is a small group. You should ask how they cover all patient needs with this staff size. Learning about their specific care model helps you decide if they are the right fit for your loved one.
Quality of Care Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in FORT WORTH?
Hospice care in Texas focuses on the goals of the patient and their family. The care team visits the patient wherever they live. This could be a private home or a care facility. The team in Fort Worth includes a doctor and two registered nurses. They work to control pain and manage symptoms. You will find that hospice is about quality of life. The staff provides medical help and emotional support for everyone involved. They also help with equipment and basic supplies. Some providers offer extra services like grief support or spiritual care. Each agency has a different way of organizing their team. You should ask about how often a nurse will visit your home. That is the best way to understand their specific level of support for your family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you feel more confident in your choice. Start by checking how the team handles pain during the night or on weekends. You need to know who will answer the phone if an emergency happens at 3 AM. Ask how many patients each nurse sees in a typical week. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one. Ask about their experience with the specific illness your family member has. It is also good to ask how they help the family cope with stress. Finally, find out if they offer any volunteer services to sit with patients. Getting clear answers allows you to focus on your loved one during this time.
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