JOL HEALTHCARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1300 DACY LANE, SUITE 150
KYLE, TX 78640 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 20, 2006
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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) | 5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
11
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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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.
14.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 73rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
84
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 day14.6 min
Ranks better than about 73% 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 weekends6.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 life92.7%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 visits53.3%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 months36.5%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 hospice3.2%
Ranks better than about 23% 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$24,069 · 78th 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 57.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening95.2%
- Pain assessment97.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening95.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.2%
- Visits in the last days of life57.8%
- All care steps completed85.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease27%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care at JOL HEALTHCARE
JOL HEALTHCARE serves families in Kyle, Texas, from their office on Dacy Lane. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients in Hays County. Choosing a hospice team is a deeply personal decision that shapes your loved one's final months. This team works to manage pain while supporting the emotional needs of the whole family. They aim to help patients stay in their own homes whenever possible. That matters when you want to keep life as normal as you can. Finding the right fit takes time, but knowing your options is the first step toward peace of mind. JOL HEALTHCARE has been part of the local healthcare landscape for many years. They bring a specific set of skills to the table to help you navigate this transition with care and respect.
About JOL HEALTHCARE
JOL HEALTHCARE is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since July 20, 2006. Being certified for nearly two decades shows they have long-term experience with federal quality standards. For-profit status means they operate as a business, which is a common model for many hospice agencies across the country. But what should that mean to you? It means they have a clear structure for how they deliver care to their patients. You should always ask how their business model affects their daily care plans. The agency must follow strict rules set by Medicare to keep their certification. This ensures they meet basic safety and quality requirements. You can feel confident that they are held to a standard that protects your loved ones. Always look at the history of a provider to see how long they have served the community.
High Quality Care Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in KYLE
Hospice care in Kyle is all about living well during the final stage of life. Many people think hospice is only for the very last days, but that is a myth. You can start hospice care as soon as a doctor says life expectancy is six months or less. The goal is to focus on comfort instead of trying to cure an illness. A team of nurses, doctors, and social workers visits the patient where they live. They help with physical pain and spiritual needs. It is a team effort to make sure the patient stays comfortable. You are not alone in this. Families in Hays County have access to these services to help lighten the load during a hard time. The main point is to make every single day count for your loved one. That is the true heart of hospice care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to choose the best hospice for your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You also need to know who will be on the care team. Ask how often the nurse will visit and who you call in the middle of the night. It is smart to ask how they handle pain and other tough symptoms. The thing is, you want a team that listens to your concerns. Ask them how they help family members cope with the stress of caregiving. You should also ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific health condition. Do not feel rushed to pick the first one you find. Take your time to get the answers that matter most to you. You deserve a team that feels like a partner in this journey.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories to share. Preserving these stories can be a beautiful way to connect during this time.
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