VITALCARING GROUP
Provider Information
- Address
- 1103 ROCK PRAIRIE RD
COLLEGE STATION, TX 77845 - Ownership Type
- Government
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 7, 2004
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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) | 8 |
| Volunteers | 32 |
19
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 VITALCARING GROUP 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VITALCARING GROUP compares to hospices nationwide.
14.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 72nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
45
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 day14.5 min
Ranks better than about 72% 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 weekends8.4%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 life95.9%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 visits27.8%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care15.4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 months33.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care2.6%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 hospice2.6%
Ranks better than about 30% 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)79th 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$10,379 · 12th 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 81.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life81.2%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer31%
- Dementia27%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care at Traditions Health
Traditions Health serves families in College Station, Texas, from their office on Rock Prairie Road. They focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for those facing life-limiting illnesses. Their team provides care in the home setting, which is where most people prefer to be. By managing pain and symptoms, they help patients spend more meaningful time with the people they love. This care is about supporting the whole family through a difficult journey. The team in Brazos County works hard to ensure that comfort comes first every single day.
About Traditions Health
Traditions Health has served the community since becoming Medicare certified on April 7, 2004. As a government-owned provider, they follow strict federal rules for hospice care. This long history shows a commitment to the local area over many years. When you choose a provider, you want to know their history and their values. That is a big deal when you are making decisions for a loved one. They bring experience to every home they visit. Families should feel free to call (979) 822-5511 to ask about their specific approach to care. Getting to know the team can help you feel more at ease during this time. You deserve a partner who listens and acts with care.
Understanding Hospice Care in College Station
Hospice is not a place, but a type of care. It is a service that comes to you in College Station. The goal is to keep your loved one comfortable and pain-free. Most people think hospice is only for the very last days, but that is a mistake. You can get help much sooner than that. The team includes doctors, nurses, and aides who visit regularly. They also offer spiritual support and social workers to help with the emotional side of things. It is about adding life to days, not just days to life. So, do not wait until a crisis happens to reach out for support. You can start the conversation early to get the best care possible.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team can feel like a heavy task. But asking the right questions makes it easier. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how they handle pain management and if they have extra staff for weekends. Another good question is how they support the family after a loss. These details matter because you need a team that is available when you need them most. Do not be afraid to ask for clear answers. You are building a partnership for care. Make sure you feel heard and respected from the very first phone call.
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