JOL HEALTHCARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 814 EAST AVE STE H
KATY, TX 77493 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 1, 2022
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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 May 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
5
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 JOL HEALTHCARE 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how JOL HEALTHCARE compares to hospices nationwide.
19.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 94th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
11
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 day19.6 min
Ranks better than about 94% 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 weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 life94.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 visits8.2%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 care23.1%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 months23.1%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 care23.1%
Ranks better than about 4% 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)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$13,082 · 23rd 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 44.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening89.5%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment87%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life44.7%
- All care steps completed84.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
JOL Healthcare in Katy
JOL Healthcare provides hospice services for families in Katy, Texas. They offer end of life support to patients residing in Harris County. This provider holds accreditation from the ACHC. That recognition shows they follow high standards for patient safety and care. They have served the area since early 2022. Their team works to meet the needs of those facing a terminal illness. Do you need local support? This group is one option available in the Katy area for your loved one. They focus on providing comfort when it matters most.
About JOL Healthcare
JOL Healthcare operates as a for profit hospice provider. They have been Medicare certified since April 2022. The ACHC accreditation they hold is a voluntary step. It means an outside group checked their work against national standards. This process helps ensure they follow best practices in clinical care. Most families look for this mark of quality. It shows the agency cares about keeping their systems strong. This provider employs five staff members to assist patients. They have two registered nurses on their team. They also have one volunteer. That is a small team. They work hard to support the specific needs of each patient they serve in Texas.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in KATY?
Hospice care in Katy focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The goal is to improve the quality of life for the patient. You can expect a team to visit the patient at home. This team usually includes nurses and aides. They manage pain and other symptoms. The staff also provides emotional and spiritual help to the family. In Katy, you have access to different hospice agencies. Some are large while others are smaller. JOL Healthcare is a smaller agency with a team of five. They use their two registered nurses to oversee daily care. This allows for a personal touch. The team works together to ensure the patient feels comfortable every single day. That is the main goal of their service.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice care is a big decision. You should feel comfortable with your choice. Ask how the team handles pain management at night. You should also ask how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens. Another good question is how they support family members who are grieving. Ask about their volunteer services. You might want to know how they help with daily tasks. Do they have experience with your specific health needs? Write down your questions before you call. This helps you keep track of the answers. Take your time to compare your options. You deserve to find the right fit for your loved one.
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