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 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) | 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 6 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 44.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening94.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening97.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.3%
- Visits in the last days of life44.7%
- All care steps completed86.5%
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. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About JOL HEALTHCARE
JOL HEALTHCARE serves families in Katy, Texas from their office on East Avenue. This provider offers hospice care services to those living in Harris County. They have been certified by Medicare since the spring of 2022 to provide end of life support. The agency also holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews health providers to ensure they meet strict safety and care standards. Choosing an accredited agency means a third party has checked their work. It is one way to verify that a provider follows high quality rules for patient care. Many families find comfort in knowing these extra checks are in place for their loved ones.
Provider Background
JOL HEALTHCARE operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They are a freestanding provider, which means they are not part of a hospital or nursing home system. This structure allows them to focus solely on hospice services. Being a for-profit entity is a common business model in the hospice field. The agency currently reports a small team of five employees. This group includes two registered nurses who manage the medical side of care. They also have one volunteer who helps provide social and emotional support to patients. These professionals work together to carry out the hospice plan. You can ask their office about how these specific staff members coordinate with your family doctor.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in KATY?
Hospice care in Katy focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the main goal. The care team visits the patient wherever they call home. This could be a private house or an assisted living facility. They provide medical equipment and medications related to the terminal illness. The team also helps with personal care and emotional needs. A typical team includes nurses, aides, and volunteers. They work to manage pain so the patient can spend time with family. In the Katy area, you have options for care that meet federal safety standards. You should interview a few agencies to see which one fits your needs. Ask them how fast they can start services once a doctor signs the order.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit is a big step for your family. Start by asking how the agency handles emergencies after business hours. You need to know that a nurse is available to help at night or on weekends. Ask who will be your main point of contact for daily questions. It is also good to ask how they handle changes in a patient's condition. You might want to know how many visits a nurse makes each week. Does the agency provide extra help like music therapy or spiritual support? Take notes during these calls. Comparing the answers from different providers will help you make a clear choice. Focus on the team that listens to your concerns and explains their plan well.
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