HARBOR HOSPICE 26 LP
Provider Information
- Address
- 402 SOUTH JOHN REDDITT DRIVE, SUITE 203
LUFKIN, TX 75904 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 2, 2014
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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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
7
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 HARBOR HOSPICE 26 LP 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HARBOR HOSPICE 26 LP compares to hospices nationwide.
8.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 13th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
109
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 day8.6 min
Ranks better than about 13% 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 weekends4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life83.7%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 visits72.2%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 care8.6%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 months40.7%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care13.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 hospice1.2%
Ranks better than about 48% 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$17,935 · 50th 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 44.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.5%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life44.8%
- All care steps completed97.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia35%
- Heart and circulatory disease9%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Harbor Hospice 26 LP in Lufkin
Harbor Hospice 26 LP serves the Lufkin area from its office on South John Redditt Drive. This freestanding hospice provider offers care to patients in Angelina County. They have been certified by Medicare since 2014 to provide end-of-life support. The agency maintains accreditation from the Joint Commission to ensure they meet high standards for patient safety and care quality. Getting the right support matters during this time. This provider focuses on comfort for patients and their loved ones throughout the hospice experience.
About Harbor Hospice 26 LP
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They have held Medicare certification for over a decade. Being accredited by the Joint Commission means an outside group checked their work against national standards. These standards cover how they manage care and keep patients safe. Most families find comfort knowing a group has earned this extra mark of quality. The team includes one physician and one registered nurse to guide care plans. They work with a total staff of seven people to meet patient needs. This small team size allows for focused attention on every individual they serve. They aim to keep patients comfortable in their own homes or care facilities. That is their main goal every single day.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lufkin?
Hospice care in Lufkin focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. Teams come to your home to manage pain and help with daily tasks. At Harbor Hospice 26 LP, the staff includes a physician and a registered nurse. These professionals work with seven total team members to provide care. They coordinate with your family to ensure the patient stays as comfortable as possible. You can expect regular visits to monitor symptoms and offer emotional support. The team also helps with equipment and medications related to the hospice diagnosis. They handle the details so you can spend time with your loved one. This local approach helps families feel supported in their own community. It brings peace of mind during a difficult period.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right care team is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions before you sign any paperwork. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how they help family members cope with the stress of caregiving. You might also ask about their experience with the specific health condition your loved one faces. It helps to know how they handle medications and pain management plans. Ask them to explain their plan for after-hours support and weekend care. Do they have someone on call at all times? You deserve clear answers that put your mind at ease. Take your time to get the facts you need to make an informed choice.
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