SUPERIOR HOSPICE OF MCALLEN LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2108 SOUTH M ST STE 8B
MCALLEN, TX 78503 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 2, 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 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 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 SUPERIOR HOSPICE OF MCALLEN 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 SUPERIOR HOSPICE OF MCALLEN LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 64th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
24
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 day13.6 min
Ranks better than about 64% 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 weekends7.2%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 life95.3%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 visits31.2%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care9.4%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 months34.4%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care9.4%
Ranks better than about 39% 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%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$19,800 · 60th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 30.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life30.1%
- All care steps completed90.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Superior Hospice of McAllen
Superior Hospice of McAllen serves the Hidalgo County area from their office on South M Street. This freestanding hospice provider offers specialized end-of-life care for patients and their families. They have been certified by Medicare since 2012. The agency also holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows they meet high national standards for safety and patient care.
About Superior Hospice of McAllen LLC
This is a for-profit hospice agency that operates under Medicare standards. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their processes to ensure they follow best practices. They look at everything from how the team manages pain to how they support family members during difficult times. This process means an outside group checked their work. It provides a layer of oversight that goes beyond standard state rules. Choosing an accredited provider can give families peace of mind. They know the agency follows strict rules for health and safety. The agency is part of the local healthcare network in McAllen. They work to provide support when comfort and quality of life are the main goals for a loved one.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in McAllen?
Hospice care in this part of Texas focuses on comfort and dignity at home. Teams help manage symptoms so families can spend time together without worry. At Superior Hospice of McAllen, the care team includes one physician and five nurses. Two of these nurses are registered nurses and three are licensed practical nurses. This group works together to visit patients where they live. They provide medicine and emotional support to keep everyone comfortable. Having a small, dedicated team means members get to know the patient well. That is how they provide care that fits the specific needs of the family. They handle the medical details so you can focus on being a family member first.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you find the right support for your loved one. You should talk to the agency about how they handle emergencies after hours. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home to check on the patient. You also want to know how they help family members deal with grief and stress. Find out how long it takes for them to get a patient started with care. These answers help you see if their style matches what you need. Take your time to get clear answers. You deserve to feel confident in the team you choose to help your family during this time.
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