ASPEN HOSPICE CARE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 314 W MAIN ST STE 700
LEWISVILLE, TX 75057 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 27, 2012
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
14
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 ASPEN HOSPICE CARE INC 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 ASPEN HOSPICE CARE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
12.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 55th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
58
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 day12.7 min
Ranks better than about 55% 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 weekends7.6%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 life97.5%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 visits50%
Ranks better than about 54% 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%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 months33.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care27.5%
Ranks better than about 2% 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)88th 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$17,056 · 45th 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 81.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening95.5%
- Pain assessment97.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.4%
- Visits in the last days of life81.7%
- All care steps completed92.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer33%
- Dementia23%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Aspen Hospice Care Inc
Aspen Hospice Care Inc serves families in Lewisville, Texas. This provider offers hospice care services from their office on West Main Street. They have been certified by Medicare since 2012. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group checks providers to ensure they meet high standards for patient care and safety. It shows a commitment to outside oversight. This is a freestanding hospice provider that works within the Denton area to help those with life-limiting illnesses. They focus on comfort and support for the patient and their family. Choosing the right hospice is a major step. Having an accredited partner can provide peace of mind for those making these decisions during a difficult time.
About Aspen Hospice Care Inc
This organization operates as a for-profit provider. They have been active in the Medicare program for over a decade. The agency employs 14 people total. This team includes 6 registered nurses who provide direct care. They do not currently use volunteers in their daily operations. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their practices regularly. This accreditation is a sign that the agency follows established clinical rules. Families should know that this provider has earned strong marks for their quality of care. Their quality of care rating is high based on the CMS Hospice Care Index. But their patient satisfaction scores from the CAHPS survey are lower than average. You should weigh these two facts together. Look at the balance between their clinical outcomes and how they communicate with families. Ask them how they plan to address these survey results during your first meeting with their staff.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lewisville?
Hospice care in Lewisville focuses on comfort during a serious illness. The team at Aspen Hospice Care Inc consists of 6 registered nurses. These nurses handle the medical side of care. They focus on pain management and comfort measures. The team works to keep the patient in their own home whenever possible. This is the goal of hospice. They coordinate with doctors to manage symptoms and provide support for family caregivers. Because they have no volunteers on staff, the care comes directly from their paid professional team. This means your primary contact will be their nursing staff. You should talk to them about how they handle after-hours calls or emergencies. It is a good idea to ask how they manage the hand-off between different staff members during the week. Good communication is the foundation of hospice care in any local area.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask many questions. Start by asking how they handle pain management for their patients. Do they have a doctor available 24 hours a day for urgent needs? You should also ask about their staff turnover. High turnover can make it hard to build a relationship with a nurse. Ask how often a nurse will visit your home. Some providers visit more often than others. Find out who to call when you have a question at night or on the weekend. Does a real person answer the phone? You want to know that someone is there to help you when things get hard. Finally, ask them to explain their recent patient survey scores. Listen to how they respond to your concerns. A good provider will be honest and open with you about their strengths and their areas for growth.
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