ALLSTATE HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 4622 S CLOSNER BLVD
EDINBURG, TX 78539 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 7, 2010
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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) | 11 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
36
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 ALLSTATE HOSPICE LLC 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ALLSTATE HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
12.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 54th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
114
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 day12.6 min
Ranks better than about 54% 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 weekends10.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 life94.3%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 visits21.4%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 care7.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 months40.9%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care21.6%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 hospice3.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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)87th 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$16,668 · 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 65.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.1%
- Pain assessment98%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.1%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.5%
- Visits in the last days of life65.3%
- 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.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia39%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions7%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Overview of Allstate Hospice LLC
Allstate Hospice LLC serves families in Edinburg, Texas. This provider offers end of life care to patients in the Hidalgo county area. They have provided medical support to the community since 2010. The organization holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This badge shows they meet specific standards for patient safety and care quality. Their team operates as a freestanding hospice provider. This means they focus solely on hospice needs rather than being part of a larger hospital system.
About Allstate Hospice LLC
Allstate Hospice LLC operates as a for-profit entity. They earned Medicare certification in October 2010. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care conducts regular reviews of their operations. This group checks that the agency follows strict rules for medical services and patient records. Accreditation serves as a sign that an outside group has verified their work. Families should know that this provider maintains a team of 36 employees. This staff includes 11 registered nurses and 5 licensed practical nurses who provide daily bedside care. They also have one physician and one volunteer on the team. These numbers matter because they show how the agency manages patient visits and medical oversight. You can ask their office about how they assign staff to new patients. Having enough nurses helps ensure that care plans remain updated as health needs change over time.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in EDINBURG?
Hospice care in Edinburg focuses on comfort and pain management. It allows patients to remain in their homes while receiving medical help from a professional team. The local hospice model relies on a group of experts working together. This team usually includes doctors, nurses, and aides who visit the patient where they live. At Allstate Hospice LLC, the staff includes 11 registered nurses and 5 licensed practical nurses. These nurses handle medical tasks like managing symptoms and giving medicine. A physician also works with the team to guide the medical plan. Having a dedicated staff helps keep the patient comfortable in a familiar setting. This approach reduces the need for hospital trips. It keeps the family involved in the daily routine of their loved one. The team works to honor the wishes of the patient while providing support to everyone in the house.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable with the team you choose. Start by asking how many nurses they have available for after-hours calls. You need to know who will answer the phone at three in the morning. Ask about their process for managing pain or sudden changes in symptoms. It helps to understand how they handle emergencies. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home during a typical week. You should also ask about their volunteer program and how those volunteers help families. These questions will give you a clear picture of their daily routines. Write down your top concerns before you make the call. This helps you stay focused during the conversation. You deserve to get clear answers that provide peace of mind.
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