BRYTELYTE HOMECARE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 9950 WESTPARK DR STE 440
HOUSTON, TX 77063 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 3, 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 |
4
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 BRYTELYTE HOMECARE LLC 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 BRYTELYTE HOMECARE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
7
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.
- Gaps in nursing visits100%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 months57.4%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)79th 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$27,619 · 88th 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.
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease43%
- Lung and respiratory disease57%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About BRYTELYTE HOMECARE LLC
BRYTELYTE HOMECARE LLC serves the Houston area from its office on Westpark Drive. This hospice provider has been certified by Medicare since September 2021. They provide end-of-life care for families in Harris County. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group checks hospice agencies to make sure they follow high standards for patient safety and care quality. It is a for-profit organization that focuses on hospice services. Families in Texas can look at these credentials to understand how the agency operates. The accreditation shows that an outside group has reviewed their work. Having this stamp of approval helps show they follow set rules for how they treat patients each day. It is one way to check their commitment to care.
Provider Background
This agency is a freestanding hospice provider. Being freestanding means they operate as an independent business rather than being part of a larger hospital system. They have a small team of four employees. This team includes one registered nurse who coordinates medical needs. They do not have volunteers on their current staff. Their status as a for-profit entity is common in the hospice industry. Medicare certification means they must meet federal rules to get paid for the services they provide to patients. They have been active in the Houston market for several years now. Families should know that Medicare requires these agencies to follow strict guidelines. These rules cover everything from how they manage pain to how they support family members during the final months of life. It is standard practice to review these details before you make a final decision.
Quality Ratings Note
What Is Hospice Care Like in HOUSTON?
Hospice care in Houston focuses on comfort rather than a cure for a serious illness. Agencies here work to manage pain and symptoms for patients who have six months or less to live. The team usually visits the patient at home or in a facility. This team consists of nurses, aides, and other staff members. At BRYTELYTE HOMECARE LLC, the team is small with one registered nurse. They work to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. Most hospice care in Texas aims to support the whole family during this time. You can expect the nurse to check on the patient and manage their medication needs. They also help the family understand what to expect as the illness progresses. It is a service designed to bring peace to the home environment. The care plan changes as the needs of the patient change over time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask questions before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how the team handles emergencies after office hours. You need to know who will answer the phone at three in the morning. Ask how often the nurse will visit the home each week. It is also good to ask how they handle medication refills and medical supplies. You should ask what happens if the patient needs a higher level of care than the home can provide. Ask how they support family members who are grieving. Finally, check if they have experience with the specific diagnosis of your loved one. These questions help you see if the agency is a good fit for your situation. Take your time with these answers. You deserve to feel confident in the care your family member receives.
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