THREE OAKS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 500 GRAPEVINE HIGHWAY, SUITE 225
HURST, TX 76054 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 7, 2017
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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) | 14 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Volunteers | 29 |
40
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 THREE OAKS 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how THREE OAKS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 71st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
273
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 day14.4 min
Ranks better than about 71% 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 weekends6.6%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 life93.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 visits41.8%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care15.7%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 months34.3%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 care19.4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 hospice1.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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$18,037 · 51st 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 64.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening95.2%
- Pain assessment98.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.3%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.0%
- Visits in the last days of life64.8%
- All care steps completed93.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia31%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Three Oaks Hospice
Three Oaks Hospice serves families in Hurst, Texas, from their office on Grapevine Highway. This provider offers end-of-life care services to support patients and their loved ones. They have been certified by Medicare since June 2017. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group works to meet health standards for patients in Tarrant County. They are a for-profit organization. Care teams often include nurses and volunteers to help with daily needs. Having this accreditation means they go through extra reviews to check how they provide care. It helps ensure they follow strict rules for safety and service quality. Choosing a hospice provider is a personal choice for every family. You should look at how they handle both medical needs and comfort for their patients.
About Three Oaks Hospice
This provider operates as a freestanding hospice in the Hurst area. They employ 40 staff members to manage patient care and support tasks. This team includes 14 registered nurses and 3 licensed practical nurses who provide clinical support. They also work with 29 volunteers who give their time to help families. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews these programs regularly. They look at how a hospice manages pain and honors patient wishes. You want a team that responds quickly when things change. Most families find it helpful to ask about how the staff communicates during the week. Good communication makes a hard time easier. The team at Three Oaks Hospice provides these services through their local office in Tarrant County. You can reach them at 817-328-1628 to ask about their specific programs. They aim to serve the local community with their current staff count.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Hurst?
Hospice care in Texas focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical experts into the home to help manage pain. You get a team of nurses and aides. They visit regularly to check on the patient. Some families choose to have care in a home setting. Others might use a local facility if home care is not possible. The goal is to keep the patient calm and comfortable. Most local providers in Tarrant County work with doctors to create a care plan. This plan changes as the needs of the patient change over time. It is a team effort. You are part of that team. Ask about how often a nurse visits the home. Ask who you call if you need help at night. Local support makes a big difference in how the family feels during this process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices for hospice care. Use these questions to find the right fit for your family. First, ask how they handle pain management after office hours. You need to know that someone is available 24 hours a day. Second, ask how many patients each nurse sees in a week. Lower numbers often mean more time for your loved one. Third, ask how they support family members with grief. Some providers offer counseling for months after the loss. Finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with the patient. A good provider will answer these clearly. Do not feel rushed to pick a team. Take your time. Talk to your doctor for a referral. Make sure you feel heard by the staff you speak with on the phone.
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