FAITH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 12477 MERIT DR
DALLAS, TX 75251 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 13, 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 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) | 45 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 9 |
| Physicians | 5 |
98
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 FAITH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 FAITH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
165
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 day16 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends9.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 life99.6%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 visits63.3%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 care15.2%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 months32.5%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 care12.2%
Ranks better than about 26% 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%
Ranks better than about 25% 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)100th 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$9,644 · 9th 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 61.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening94.1%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.7%
- Visits in the last days of life61.9%
- All care steps completed91.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer40%
- Dementia11%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Faith Presbyterian Hospice
Faith Presbyterian Hospice serves families in Dallas, Texas, from their location on Merit Drive. They provide end-of-life care and support services for patients with life-limiting illnesses. The organization holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which confirms they meet high standards for safety and performance. This freestanding hospice has served the community since 2004. Families in the area can rely on their established history of care. Their team works to provide comfort and dignity for patients during their final months.
Understanding Faith Presbyterian Hospice
As a non-profit provider, this hospice focuses on meeting patient needs rather than generating profit for shareholders. They have maintained Medicare certification for two decades. The Joint Commission accreditation is a badge of quality. It means an outside group checked their work against national benchmarks. This process covers how they handle medication, infection control, and patient rights. You should know that this oversight helps keep care consistent. Their team includes 45 registered nurses and 9 licensed practical nurses who provide daily bedside support. They also have 5 physicians on staff to oversee medical treatment plans. That is a large team for a single location. It allows them to manage complex symptoms effectively. You can feel better knowing they have the right people in place to help your loved one during this time.
Quality Care Recognition
What Is Hospice Care Like in Dallas?
Hospice care in Dallas focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings a team of experts directly to your home or a facility. You get nurses, doctors, and social workers who visit on a regular schedule. The main goal is to manage pain and keep the patient calm. Most people find that the support makes a difficult time much easier to handle. The team at this location includes 98 total employees who serve the Dallas area. They manage medical needs while also offering emotional support for the whole family. And they do this 24 hours a day. If a crisis happens at night, someone is always available to help. That is how they provide peace of mind. It allows family members to spend their time visiting instead of worrying about medical tasks.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask direct questions before you choose a provider. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. You need to know their response time. Second, ask how they handle pain medicine after regular business hours. Some providers have different rules for nights and weekends. Third, ask how many patients each nurse usually sees in a single day. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one. Finally, ask if they provide services in your specific area of Dallas. Not all providers cover every zip code in the county. Getting these answers upfront will help you make a clear choice. Take your time to get the details you need for your family.
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