NEW CENTURY HOSPICE OF SOUTH TEXAS
Provider Information
- Address
- 4550 CORONA DRIVE
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 29, 2008
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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) | 13 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
29
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 NEW CENTURY HOSPICE OF SOUTH TEXAS 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 NEW CENTURY HOSPICE OF SOUTH TEXAS compares to hospices nationwide.
8.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 13th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
78
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 day8.6 min
Ranks better than about 13% 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 weekends6.2%
Ranks better than about 29% 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%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 visits30.5%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months37.8%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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$16,542 · 42nd 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 72.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.6%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids93.1%
- Visits in the last days of life72.4%
- All care steps completed96.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease24%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
New Century Hospice in Corpus Christi
New Century Hospice of South Texas provides comfort-focused care for families throughout the Corpus Christi area. Based at 4550 Corona Drive, this team supports patients who need specialized end-of-life care in the comfort of their own homes. The thing is, choosing the right care team feels like a heavy task. That said, this provider offers professional support designed to manage pain and improve quality of life. They focus on the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of your loved ones. And they do it with a local team that knows the Nueces County community well. Whether you need help with symptom management or emotional support, they are set up to walk this path with you. Finding the right fit for your family matters most during these difficult moments. This team has been serving the area since 2008, bringing years of experience to every home they visit.
About New Century Hospice of South Texas
New Century Hospice operates as a for-profit provider. They have been Medicare certified since December 29, 2008. That is over fifteen years of service to the South Texas region. What does being for-profit mean for you? It means they run as a business, but they must meet strict federal rules to keep their certification. CMS tracks these rules closely. And it keeps everyone honest. You should know that all Medicare-certified hospices must provide the same basic care services by law. This includes nursing, medical equipment, and grief support. But the way they deliver that care can differ. New Century Hospice has built a long-term presence in Corpus Christi. They have established systems to handle the needs of local families. Always feel free to ask them how their specific team manages after-hours calls. It is a vital part of your peace of mind.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi is home to several hospice options, but not all are the same. When you look for care in Nueces County, you want a team that responds quickly. You also want a group that knows our local hospitals and clinics. That connection makes a big difference when your loved one needs a smooth transition. Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing comfort over hospital stays. The goal is to keep your loved one home where they feel safe. But sometimes, symptoms become hard to manage alone. That is when a hospice team steps in with nurses, social workers, and aides. They handle the heavy lifting of caregiving. This allows you to focus on being a daughter, son, or spouse instead of a nurse. It is a shift in focus that helps many families find balance again.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to interview any hospice you consider. Here are a few questions to get the conversation started. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at 2:00 AM. Fast response times are critical. Second, ask how they handle pain medication. Do they work closely with your current doctor to keep things consistent? You need to know that your loved one will stay comfortable. Third, ask about the support they provide for you as a family member. Do they offer counseling or help with daily tasks? And finally, ask what happens if your loved one needs to go to a hospital. Every provider has different policies for this. Write these answers down. It helps to have a clear record when you are feeling tired or overwhelmed. Take your time with these decisions.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
During this time, the stories of your loved ones become more precious than ever. We can help you record and preserve these memories for your future generations.
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