COMPASSUS - FORT WORTH
Provider Information
- Address
- 2630 WEST FREEWAY SUITE 130
FORT WORTH, TX 76102 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 27, 2005
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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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
23
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 COMPASSUS - FORT WORTH 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS - FORT WORTH compares to hospices nationwide.
9.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 23rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
33
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 day9.8 min
Ranks better than about 23% 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 weekends7.8%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 life90%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 visits74.8%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 care15.4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 months20.5%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 care28.2%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 hospice2.6%
Ranks better than about 30% 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)52nd 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$21,182 · 67th 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 61.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.2%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life61.2%
- All care steps completed99.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer10%
- Dementia62%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Compassus - Fort Worth
Compassus - Fort Worth serves families across the city from their office on West Freeway. This hospice provider has offered care to the community since early 2005. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group sets high standards for how a hospice agency should run every day. Accreditation shows that an outside team checked their work against national rules. Choosing an accredited provider means you get a team that values set protocols for patient care. They provide care for patients in Tarrant County who need support with a terminal illness. Their office is easy to reach for local families. Finding the right care is important. This team works to meet the needs of those they serve in the Fort Worth area. They focus on providing support at home or in other settings.
About the Provider
Compassus - Fort Worth operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been certified by Medicare for nearly two decades. This longevity shows they have a long history of meeting federal requirements for hospice services. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus only on these specific needs. Their accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care is a sign of their commitment. This group reviews agencies to ensure they follow safe and effective practices. It is a voluntary step that shows they want to be held to a higher bar. Families should know that this provider maintains a team of 23 staff members. This includes eight registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also work with two volunteers to help with patient needs. Having a clear team structure can help you understand who will be visiting your loved one during their care visits.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Fort Worth?
Hospice care in Fort Worth focuses on comfort and quality of life. The teams here work to manage symptoms so patients can spend time with their families. Many agencies in this area offer visits from nurses, aides, and social workers. Compassus - Fort Worth uses a specific team of 23 people to handle these duties. You will have eight registered nurses and two practical nurses on the staff. These nurses work with doctors to create a plan that fits each patient. They also have two volunteers who can offer extra time and presence. The goal is to keep the patient in their preferred setting. Most people choose to stay in their own homes. The team brings the equipment and medicine to you. This makes the process much simpler for everyone involved. You can ask them about how they handle after-hours calls or weekend visits.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you feel ready. Start by checking if the provider accepts your specific insurance plan. Then ask how quickly they can start services once you sign the paperwork. You should also ask how the team will handle a sudden change in symptoms at night. It is a good idea to know who will be the main person you talk to for updates. Ask how often a nurse will visit your home. You should also ask how they support family members with grief after a loss. Knowing these details early helps avoid stress later on. You have the right to get clear answers about their daily operations. Keep a list of your questions in a notebook. Write down the answers you receive from each provider you call. This helps you compare your options later.
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