VITAS HEALTHCARE OF TEXAS LP
Provider Information
- Address
- 8585 N STEMMONS FWY, STE 200S
DALLAS, TX 75247 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 20, 1984
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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) | 50 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 12 |
| Physicians | 3 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
315
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 VITAS HEALTHCARE OF TEXAS LP 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 VITAS HEALTHCARE OF TEXAS LP compares to hospices nationwide.
17.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 88th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
310
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 day17.2 min
Ranks better than about 88% 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 life97%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 visits55.2%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 care12.4%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 months29.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 care10.5%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 hospice2.4%
Ranks better than about 32% 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)99th 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$13,259 · 24th 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 61.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.6%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.7%
- Visits in the last days of life61.6%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia5%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke26%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Dallas
VITAS Healthcare of Texas LP provides hospice services to patients and families in the Dallas, Texas area. Their team works out of an office on North Stemmons Freeway. Hospice is about comfort. It is about keeping your loved one peaceful during their final months. This provider has been certified by Medicare since 1984. That is four decades of experience helping families in North Texas. They offer care wherever the patient calls home. This might be a private house or a nursing facility. Choosing the right team makes a real difference. You need people who listen. You need experts who show up when things get hard. That is the goal here. They focus on pain management and emotional support for everyone involved. It is a big decision to make. But having a local team can provide much-needed peace of mind during a difficult season.
About VITAS Healthcare of Texas LP
This hospice provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have held Medicare certification since April 1984. Being in business for that long says something about their staying power. It shows they understand the rules of the road. For families, this history means they know how to handle complex medical needs. They are located in Dallas County. This helps them reach people quickly in the metro area. You might wonder what for-profit means for your care. It simply means the company is a business. They still have to meet the same strict federal quality rules as non-profits. The thing is, every hospice must follow Medicare guidelines to get paid. You should always look at the quality scores before you sign any papers. These scores tell you how they perform on key tasks. Check the numbers carefully. Your family deserves a team that meets high standards every single day.
Quality Rating Insight
Understanding Hospice Care in Dallas
Dallas has many options for end-of-life care. Families often feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices available. The most important thing is to find a team that fits your specific culture and needs. Some providers focus on spiritual care. Others lean heavily into high-tech medical support. You should know that hospice is a benefit covered by Medicare. It pays for your nurse, your doctor, and all your medicines related to the illness. It even covers equipment like hospital beds. The service comes to you. This keeps the patient in their own environment. It reduces the stress of moving to a new building. Local Dallas providers like this one know the area well. They have relationships with local hospitals and pharmacies. That can make life much easier when you need a refill or a sudden visit. Do not be afraid to ask for a list of local partners. It helps to have a team with deep roots in the community.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to interview any hospice before you sign up. Here are a few questions to help you decide. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You want to know someone is available at 3:00 AM. Second, ask how they handle pain that is hard to control. Do they have a specialized doctor on call? Third, ask how often a volunteer or social worker will visit. These people are key to your emotional well-being. Finally, ask what happens if your loved one needs to go to an inpatient unit for a few days. Will they be moved far away? You need clear answers before you move forward. Write these down. Take notes during your meeting. If a provider seems annoyed by your questions, that is a red flag. Keep looking until you find a team that makes you feel heard and safe.
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