HARBOR HOSPICE OF HOUSTON, LP
Provider Information
- Address
- 1322 SPACE PARK DR STE C285
HOUSTON, TX 77058 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 24, 2012
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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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
6
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 HARBOR HOSPICE OF HOUSTON, LP reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HARBOR HOSPICE OF HOUSTON, LP compares to hospices nationwide.
8.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 10th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
62
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 day8.1 min
Ranks better than about 10% 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 weekends8.4%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 life96.5%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 visits78%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 care8.4%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 months31.5%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care21%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 hospice0.7%
Ranks better than about 53% 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)100th 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$11,308 · 15th 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 50.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.6%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life50.3%
- All care steps completed97.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia14%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease27%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for Your Loved Ones
Harbor Hospice of Houston, LP serves families across the Houston, Texas area. This provider offers end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. They help patients manage symptoms while supporting the entire family unit. Whether at home or in a facility, their goal is to improve quality of life. The team works hard to meet the unique needs of every person they serve. It is a big responsibility. Choosing the right partner for this journey is a vital step for your family. You deserve a team that listens and responds with care.
About Harbor Hospice of Houston, LP
This hospice operates as a for-profit organization in Harris County. They have been Medicare certified since May 24, 2012. That is over a decade of experience providing care. The thing is, choosing a for-profit provider means you should look closely at their service quality. They operate out of their office on Space Park Drive. Families often want to know if a team is stable and established. Their long history of certification shows they have met federal standards for a long time. You can reach them directly at (281) 461-6109 to ask questions about their specific approach to care. Getting your questions answered early helps ease the stress of this transition.
Quality Care Insights
Understanding Hospice Care in Houston
Houston is home to many medical resources, but finding the right hospice can feel overwhelming. Hospice is a team-based approach to care. It includes doctors, nurses, social workers, and volunteers. They all work together to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support. The main goal is simple. They want to keep your loved one comfortable and pain-free. Most people don't realize that hospice can happen in your own home. It isn't just a place you go to stay. And the care is covered by Medicare for those who qualify. That is a huge relief for many families. You should always ask a provider how they coordinate with your primary doctor in the city.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel confident in your choice. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture of how they work. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how they help the family cope with grief after a loss. Third, ask about their specific experience with your loved one’s illness. Finally, ask what their plan is if the patient's needs become too complex for home care. Do they have local partnerships? The answers will tell you a lot about their values. Trust your gut during these talks. A good provider will be patient and kind while answering every single one of your concerns.
Keep Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories that deserve to be remembered. Recording these memories is a beautiful way to honor their journey and provide comfort for generations to come.
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