ABRA HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 8045 FM 359 SUITE 103
FULSHEAR, TX 77471 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 5, 2019
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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.
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) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
1
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 ABRA HOSPICE 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 ABRA HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
2
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About ABRA HOSPICE
ABRA HOSPICE serves the Fulshear, Texas community from their office on FM 359. This provider offers end of life care for patients in Fort Bend County. They became Medicare certified on November 5, 2019. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. That is a big deal. It shows they meet high standards for safety and patient care.
About ABRA HOSPICE
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. Choosing a for-profit group means they follow specific business rules set by Medicare. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their work to ensure they meet quality goals. Most families find comfort in knowing an outside group checked their safety practices. It adds a layer of trust to the care team. They focus on meeting the needs of those they serve in the local area. You should feel good about asking them for their specific policies on care.
Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in FULSHEAR
Finding the right hospice team in Fort Bend County takes time. You want a group that fits your family needs. At ABRA HOSPICE, the staff includes one registered nurse. That nurse is the heart of the operation. They work to manage pain and provide comfort for patients. Since they have a small team, you may get more personal attention. That is a benefit. Most people do not realize how much a nurse can help during this time. They handle the hard parts of medical care so you can focus on being a family member.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask many questions before you start care. First, ask how quickly a nurse can visit your home in an emergency. This is a big one. Second, ask what services they offer at night or on weekends. You need to know who answers the phone at 3 AM. Third, ask how they help family members cope with grief. Good support makes a world of difference. Finally, ask how they talk to your regular doctor about your care plan. Clear talk is the key to good health.
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