UNICARE PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 633 E FERNHURST DR SUITE 1305
KATY, TX 77450 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 8, 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.
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) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
2
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 UNICARE PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE, 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 UNICARE PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
6.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 4th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
66
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day6.5 min
Ranks better than about 4% 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 weekends5.4%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 life39.3%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 visits91.6%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 care2.3%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 months71.4%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 care1.1%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 hospice0.6%
Ranks better than about 54% 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$37,857 · 97th 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 1 required care step for new patients here.
- Visits in the last days of life4.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia19%
- Heart and circulatory disease29%
- Lung and respiratory disease20%
- Stroke16%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for Your Loved One in Katy
Unicare Palliative & Hospice Care, LLC serves the Katy, Texas community from their office on E Fernhurst Drive. They provide hospice and palliative care for families facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing the right team is a heavy task for any family. You want experts who listen. This provider has been working in the area since they became Medicare certified in April 2021. They aim to bring comfort and peace into the home setting. That is their main goal. Whether you are just starting to look or need help right away, learning about your local options is a great first step. Finding the right fit takes time. Take a deep breath and look at what they offer to see if it matches your family needs.
About UNICARE PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE, LLC
This agency operates as a for-profit hospice provider. Being for-profit means they are a private business. They have held their Medicare certification since April 8, 2021. That means they meet the federal rules to get paid by Medicare for their services. You might wonder what that means for your care. It basically confirms they follow national standards for hospice support. The team is based in Harris County. They serve the local Katy area with a focus on symptom control and emotional support. You should know that all Medicare-certified hospices must offer the same basic level of care. This includes nurses, aides, and social workers. Each agency has its own culture and way of doing things, though. It is always wise to call them directly to ask about their specific staff and how they handle after-hours calls. That is a big deal when you need help at night.
A Note on Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Katy
Hospice is about living well for as long as possible. It is not about giving up. The focus shifts from curing an illness to managing pain and symptoms. In Katy, families have access to several hospice agencies. The goal is to keep your loved one comfortable in their own home. You get a team that includes a nurse, a doctor, and a chaplain. They visit regularly to check on things. And they are on call 24 hours a day if a crisis happens. Most people do not realize that hospice can also provide equipment like hospital beds or oxygen. This takes the burden off the family. It allows you to spend your energy on being a son, daughter, or spouse rather than a caregiver. That is the true gift of hospice care. It gives you the space to share meaningful time together.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to choose the agency that feels best for your family. Do not feel rushed to pick the first one you see. Here are a few questions to help you get the right answers:
- How quickly can a nurse get to my home if there is an emergency?
- What is the typical caseload for your hospice nurses?
- How do you support the family members who are grieving?
- Can you tell me about the volunteers you have available for extra company?
The answers to these questions will tell you a lot. Look for a team that sounds patient and kind. They should be happy to answer every single question you have. If they seem rushed or annoyed, that might be a red flag. You deserve to feel supported and respected during this time. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them.
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