ALWAYS ACCURATE HOME HEALTHCARE AND HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 307 N WASHINGTON ST
KAUFMAN, TX 75142 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 6, 2015
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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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
10
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 ALWAYS ACCURATE HOME HEALTHCARE AND HOSPICE 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 ALWAYS ACCURATE HOME HEALTHCARE AND HOSPICE LLC 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.
43
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 weekends6.5%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 life85.4%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 visits76.7%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 care5.9%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 months45.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 care19.6%
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 hospice3.9%
Ranks better than about 17% 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$21,794 · 69th 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 20.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening97.7%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.2%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life20.5%
- All care steps completed91.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia28%
- Heart and circulatory disease35%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Always Accurate Home Healthcare and Hospice LLC
Always Accurate Home Healthcare and Hospice LLC serves families in Kaufman, Texas. This provider offers end-of-life care services for those in the local area. They hold accreditation from CHAP. This means an outside group checked their work against high standards. It is one way to verify their commitment to quality care. The team brings support directly to your home setting. They focus on meeting the specific needs of patients in Kaufman and surrounding parts of the county. Choosing a hospice provider is a major step. Having a verified partner helps families find peace of mind during a hard season. You can expect them to follow strict guidelines for patient care and safety.
About Always Accurate Home Healthcare and Hospice LLC
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They earned their Medicare certification in early 2015. This long history shows they have worked in the field for many years. Accreditation from CHAP is a positive sign for any local agency. CHAP stands for Community Health Accreditation Partner. They visit agencies to ensure they follow national rules for health and safety. Most families want to know that a third party has reviewed the agency. This verification process is a standard way to confirm that the team follows best practices. Always Accurate Home Healthcare and Hospice LLC maintains a specific structure to serve those in their care. They employ ten people to handle daily tasks and patient needs. One registered nurse and three licensed practical nurses lead the clinical work. This group works together to manage pain and comfort for every person they serve.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Kaufman?
Hospice care in Kaufman focuses on comfort and quality of life for the patient. You get a team that comes to you. This keeps the patient in a familiar home space. The staff at Always Accurate Home Healthcare and Hospice LLC includes one registered nurse and three licensed nurses. These professionals handle medical needs. They also help manage symptoms so the patient stays as comfortable as possible. The team does not include volunteers at this time. This means the paid staff handles all direct support duties. Every hospice agency in Texas must follow federal rules. These rules ensure that care meets the needs of the patient and the family. You should feel free to ask how they plan to manage daily care. They should explain how often the nurses will visit your home. Good communication makes a large difference for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right care team takes time. Talk to the staff before you make a final choice. Ask how the team handles pain management after normal business hours. You need to know that help is available at night and on weekends. Ask who will be the main nurse for your family member. It helps to have one person who knows your specific situation well. Ask how they coordinate with the patient's regular doctor. This keeps everyone on the same page. You should also ask about the process for changing the care plan. Needs can shift quickly. A good agency will change the plan to match those new needs. Always get these answers in writing if you can. It helps to review them later when you have more time to think. Clear answers show that the agency is ready to help your family well.
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