TRANQUILITY HOSPICE CARE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2700 SHELL ROAD
GEORGETOWN, TX 78628 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 16, 2018
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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 August 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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 1 |
19
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 TRANQUILITY HOSPICE CARE INC 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how TRANQUILITY HOSPICE CARE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
46
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 day10.6 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends5.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 life92.9%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 visits72.1%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months37%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice7.4%
Ranks better than about 4% 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$26,378 · 85th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 51.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening86.6%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.0%
- Visits in the last days of life51.9%
- All care steps completed84.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer10%
- Dementia49%
- Heart and circulatory disease9%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Tranquility Hospice Care Inc
Tranquility Hospice Care Inc serves families in Georgetown, Texas. They offer end of life care services to support patients in their homes. This provider has been certified by Medicare since March of 2018. They hold accreditation from CHAP, which is a national group that checks for high standards in hospice care. This means they follow strict rules to keep care quality high. Their team works to provide comfort during a difficult time.
Provider Details
This hospice operates as a for-profit business. They have maintained their Medicare certification for over six years now. Accreditation from CHAP is a voluntary process for a hospice. It shows they meet extra standards set by experts. Families should look for this mark of quality when picking a partner for care. It means an outside group reviewed their daily work. They checked that the team follows best practices for safety and clinical outcomes. This creates a clear path for better care. The team includes 19 staff members. This includes 6 registered nurses and 3 licensed practical nurses. One doctor also works with the group to guide medical decisions. You should always check if these numbers fit your specific needs.
What Is Hospice Care Like in GEORGETOWN?
Hospice care in Williamson County focuses on comfort and dignity. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms for the patient. A team of experts visits the home to provide regular support. This team usually includes nurses, aides, and a doctor. Tranquility Hospice Care Inc uses a team of 19 people to help local families. This includes 6 registered nurses and 3 licensed practical nurses who see patients on a regular schedule. They also have 1 physician on staff. Most hospice teams also offer social workers to help with stress. You can expect a plan that changes as the needs of your loved one change. The main focus is to improve the quality of each day for the patient and their family members.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision for any family. You should ask clear questions to find the right fit. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Ask how they help with pain medicine and other supplies. You should also ask how often the staff will visit your loved one each week. It is good to know who you call if you have questions on a weekend. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one has. You deserve to know exactly how they will support your family. A good provider will be happy to answer these questions for you.
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