CHOICE HEALTH AT HOME
Provider Information
- Address
- 5151 FLYNN PKWY STE 301A
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 16, 2003
Are you this hospice's administrator? Update your information
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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
4
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 CHOICE HEALTH AT HOME 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 CHOICE HEALTH AT HOME compares to hospices nationwide.
18.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 93rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
18
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 day18.9 min
Ranks better than about 93% 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 weekends6.4%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 life89.7%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 visits68.7%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 care22.2%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 care5.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 hospice5.6%
Ranks better than about 9% 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)81st 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$13,854 · 27th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 56% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.2%
- Pain assessment96.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.1%
- Visits in the last days of life56%
- All care steps completed90.4%
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%
- Dementia30%
- Heart and circulatory disease24%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Choice Health at Home in Corpus Christi
Choice Health at Home operates a hospice program based in Corpus Christi, Texas. They provide end-of-life care services to patients living within the Nueces County area. This provider has been certified by Medicare to deliver hospice support since May 2003. They function as a freestanding hospice agency, meaning they operate independently of a hospital or nursing home. Their team focuses on providing comfort and support for individuals during their final months of life. Choosing a hospice agency is a major decision for any family. You want a team that knows the local area and follows federal quality standards. This agency has served the local community for over two decades now. They aim to support both the patient and their loved ones during this time. Families often look for this level of stability when seeking care options near their own homes.
About Choice Health at Home
This agency operates as a for-profit organization. Federal rules define how these agencies must provide care to their patients. Medicare certification shows they meet strict government rules for safety and medical standards. This provider maintains a small staff to handle their clinical duties. Their team includes one registered nurse and one physician on staff. Having these professionals available is a standard part of meeting patient needs. The agency reports a total of four employees working to manage their daily operations. You might wonder how a smaller team handles care. They focus on direct patient contact and coordination of medical supplies. Understanding the size of the team helps you know what to expect when you call. It is helpful to ask how they schedule their visits during the intake process. You should always feel comfortable asking about their specific care plan for your loved one.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Corpus Christi?
Hospice care in Corpus Christi centers on comfort rather than a cure. Teams come to your home to help manage pain and other difficult symptoms. This allows patients to stay in familiar surroundings near their family members. A typical team includes a nurse, a doctor, and other support staff. They visit regularly to check on the patient and adjust medications. The goal is to improve the quality of each day for the person receiving care. Hospice also offers emotional support for the entire family. You do not have to handle the medical side of things on your own. Most agencies in this region follow the same federal guidelines for care. This ensures that every patient gets a consistent level of support regardless of the specific provider. Your doctor or the agency staff can explain exactly how these visits work in your own home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork for hospice services. Start by asking how the team handles medical emergencies after normal business hours. You need to know who to call if you have a question at night. Ask how often the nurse will visit the patient in their home. It is also good to ask how they handle pain management for the specific needs of your loved one. You might want to know if they have experience with specific illnesses. Ask about the role of the physician and how they stay in touch with your regular doctor. Do not be afraid to ask for a list of their services in writing. A good provider will answer these questions clearly and with patience. They should want you to feel fully informed about the care they plan to give.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Capture the life lessons and memories of your loved ones to keep their legacy alive for future generations.
Start Preserving MemoriesOther Hospice Providers Nearby
LEGACY HOME HEALTH AGENCY INC
NEW CENTURY HOSPICE OF SOUTH TEXAS
ELARA CARING
CHRISTUS HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE SPOHN
AEON HOMECARE & HOSPICE, LLC
TRIBUTE HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE
Helpful Guides for Families
How to Start Hospice Conversations: A Practical Guide
Learn how to start hospice conversations with your loved ones. Get expert scripts, signs it is time, and tools to find quality care near you with Hospice Scout.
Starting the End-of-Life Conversation: A Family Guide
Starting the end-of-life conversation is hard. Our guide provides scripts, expert tips, and Medicare insights to help you navigate this talk with confidence.
Understanding Hospice Levels of Care: A Family Guide
Navigating end-of-life care is hard. Our guide to understanding hospice levels of care helps you make informed choices for your loved one with confidence.
Some stories are worth writing down
Between the calls and the paperwork, many families wish they had asked more about the person at the center of it all. A recorded conversation, a favorite recipe, the story behind an old photo. Small things now can mean a great deal later. Our legacy guides show simple ways to start.