COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE OF TEXAS
Provider Information
- Address
- 6100 WESTERN PL STE 105
FORT WORTH, TX 76107 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 10, 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) | 60 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 11 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
127
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 COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE OF TEXAS 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 COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE OF TEXAS compares to hospices nationwide.
11.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 41st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
211
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 day11.5 min
Ranks better than about 41% 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%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 life96.2%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 visits65.1%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 care10.9%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 months28.6%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 care14.2%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 hospice1.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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$8,202 · 5th 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 58% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life58%
- All care steps completed99.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer28%
- Dementia14%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Community Healthcare of Texas in Fort Worth
Community Healthcare of Texas provides compassionate hospice care to families across Fort Worth, Texas. Their team works out of their office on Western Place to support those facing a life-limiting illness. They focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for every single patient. That is their core mission. The staff aims to help families navigate these difficult moments with grace. They serve the Tarrant County area with a deep commitment to local care. You can reach their office at (817) 870-2795 to discuss how they might help your loved one today. It is truly about making each day count for the patient and their family. They bring specialized support right to the place where you live. This makes a big difference during a time that feels overwhelming and uncertain for so many people.
About Community Healthcare of Texas
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. That is a vital detail for families to know. Non-profits often reinvest their resources directly back into patient care programs. They have been Medicare certified since January 10, 1984. That is over forty years of experience in the hospice field. Experience matters when you are choosing a partner for end-of-life care. They have stood the test of time in the Texas healthcare community. You should feel good knowing they have such a long history of service. They follow strict federal standards to maintain their certification status. This gives families a layer of security during a vulnerable time. Choosing a long-standing provider can offer peace of mind. It shows they have built a solid foundation of trust within the Fort Worth area. And that trust is hard to earn over four decades.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Fort Worth
Hospice is not a building. It is a philosophy of care. In Fort Worth, many providers bring this support directly to your home or a facility. The main goal is to manage pain and symptoms. They also offer emotional and spiritual help for the whole family. Many people wait too long to call hospice. The thing is, hospice can provide support for months, not just days. You do not have to walk this path alone. Local teams include nurses, doctors, aides, and chaplains. They work together to create a plan that fits your family's unique needs. It is about living as fully as possible. That is the real heart of hospice care. You deserve to have experts by your side during this transition. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel comfortable with your choice. Start by asking how quickly they can start care after a referral. Speed matters when a patient is in pain. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home. You should also ask about their after-hours support. What happens if you need help at three in the morning? A good hospice provider will have a nurse available to answer your call at any hour. Ask how they help with medications and medical equipment. Do they provide everything you need? Finally, ask about their volunteer services. Volunteers can offer companionship or help with errands. This gives the primary caregiver a much-needed break. Take your time with these questions. You want to find the right fit for your loved one's specific situation.
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