BLUE STREAM HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2646 SOUTH LOOP WEST SUITE 635
HOUSTON, TX 77054 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 14, 2021
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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 |
3
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 BLUE STREAM HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE 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 BLUE STREAM HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE INC 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.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Blue Stream Hospice and Palliative Care Inc
Blue Stream Hospice and Palliative Care Inc is a hospice provider based in Houston, Texas. They offer end of life care services to patients living in Harris County. The agency has been certified by Medicare since May 2021. They also hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, or ACHC. This means an outside group checked their work to see if they follow high standards of care. You can find their office at 2646 South Loop West, Suite 635. It is a freestanding hospice that focuses on serving the local community. They work to support families during a difficult time. Choosing the right care team is a major step. Having this accreditation shows they want to keep their standards high for every patient they serve.
About Blue Stream Hospice and Palliative Care Inc
This agency operates as a for-profit hospice provider. Being for-profit means the business is owned by individuals or a company rather than a non-profit group. They have been providing care since 2021. The ACHC accreditation is a badge of quality. It shows the agency meets national standards for patient care and safety. Most families do not know that accreditation is voluntary. Agencies choose to pay for these checks to prove they care about quality. This provider has a small team with three employees total. This includes one registered nurse on staff. They do not currently report any volunteers. You should look at how a small team fits your specific needs. Small teams can sometimes offer more personal attention. Ask them how they manage care when the team is small. That is a good question for your first meeting.
Quality Ratings
What Is Hospice Care Like in Houston?
Hospice care in Houston focuses on comfort for people with a terminal illness. The goal is to manage pain and improve quality of life. Patients receive care in their own homes or in a facility. The team includes nurses, doctors, and aides who visit on a regular schedule. Blue Stream Hospice and Palliative Care Inc manages their care with one registered nurse. They do not have volunteers on their current staff list. Most hospice teams in Texas offer 24 hour support lines for families. This helps when you have questions late at night. You can ask for a visit from a nurse whenever symptoms become hard to manage. The team also helps with equipment like hospital beds or oxygen. It is all about making the home a place of peace. They coordinate with your doctor to make sure the plan is right for you.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any papers. Start by asking how the team handles pain management after hours. You need to know who answers the phone at 3:00 am. Ask how often the nurse will visit your home. Some agencies visit more often than others. You can also ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Does the team have training for your condition? Ask how they handle emergencies if you need help fast. It is also wise to ask about their discharge policy. What happens if the patient gets better or wants to stop care? These questions help you see if they are a good fit for your family. A good provider will answer every single question with patience and care. Do not rush this part of the process.
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