CHAMPION HEALTHCARE OF NORTH TEXAS
Provider Information
- Address
- 560 N KIMBALL AVE, STE 140
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 26, 2014
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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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
17
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 CHAMPION HEALTHCARE OF NORTH 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CHAMPION HEALTHCARE OF NORTH TEXAS compares to hospices nationwide.
7.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 6th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
39
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 day7.4 min
Ranks better than about 6% 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 life86.4%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 visits81.7%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 care2.5%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 months30%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 care17.5%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)74th 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$24,531 · 80th 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 29.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life29.8%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia43%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Champion Healthcare of North Texas
Champion Healthcare of North Texas provides hospice services to families in Southlake. This freestanding hospice team serves patients in Tarrant County. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This third party group checks that the hospice meets high standards for patient safety. It is a mark of quality for families to consider. They offer end of life support for those who need it most.
About Champion Healthcare of North Texas
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They have been certified by Medicare since April of 2014. That is a decade of service to the local community. The agency is accredited by the ACHC. This group looks at how the team manages patient care and safety. They also check that the hospice follows all federal rules. Accreditation matters because it shows a commitment to better outcomes. Families should know that this team includes 17 staff members. This includes three registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also employ two physicians and work with three volunteers. These staff roles allow them to cover medical and emotional needs. The team size is a factor for families to look at when they compare local options. Quality matters here.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in Southlake?
Hospice care in Southlake focuses on comfort for the patient and support for the family. It is care that happens wherever the patient calls home. The team at Champion Healthcare of North Texas is built to handle these needs. They have three registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses on staff. These nurses work with two physicians to manage pain and symptoms. Volunteers also offer extra help for families. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. The team provides care during the final stages of life. They focus on the physical and emotional well-being of everyone involved. This is how they support the community. It is a team effort every single day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a big step for any family. You should feel comfortable with the answers you get. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a crisis happens at home. Ask how the team handles pain medication changes after hours. You should also ask about the role of the volunteers and what they do for the family. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one faces. It helps to know how they talk to families about the plan of care. Good communication is a sign of a strong team. Take your time to get the facts you need. You deserve clear answers.
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