GENTLE TRANSITIONS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 510 AVENUE E
MOODY, TX 76557 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 28, 2018
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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) | 9 |
| Physicians | 3 |
32
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 GENTLE TRANSITIONS HOSPICE 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 GENTLE TRANSITIONS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
8.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 15th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
39
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 day8.9 min
Ranks better than about 15% 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 weekends5%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 life90.3%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 visits65.3%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 care4.9%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months39%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care9.8%
Ranks better than about 37% 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$23,234 · 75th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 57.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment90.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.6%
- Visits in the last days of life57.8%
- All care steps completed95.9%
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%
- Dementia45%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Gentle Transitions Hospice
Gentle Transitions Hospice serves families throughout Moody, Texas, and the surrounding McLennan County area. This provider offers specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort and symptom management for patients facing a terminal illness. They have earned accreditation from CHAP. This means an outside group checked their work to make sure they follow high standards of care. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2018. Their team is built to support both the patient and the family during this time. They are a freestanding hospice provider. This means they are not part of a larger hospital system. They focus their full attention on hospice services. Families in the Moody area often look for local providers who know the community well. Gentle Transitions Hospice provides care based on their specific model of service. You can learn more about their specific team structure and care approach by contacting them directly at their office on Avenue E.
About the Provider
Gentle Transitions Hospice operates as a for-profit organization. They have held Medicare certification since January 2018. Being Medicare-certified is a baseline requirement for quality oversight. Their CHAP accreditation adds another layer of review for the agency. CHAP stands for the Community Health Accreditation Partner. They set high bars for how a hospice agency should run its daily operations. When an agency holds this accreditation, it shows they choose to undergo extra inspections beyond what is required by law. This is a common way for high-performing agencies to show their commitment to patient care. The agency employs 32 people in total. This group includes 9 registered nurses and 3 physicians. These medical professionals work together to create a plan for each person. They aim to provide consistent care in the home setting. Families should ask about how these staff members coordinate with primary doctors. It helps to understand the full team dynamic before making a final decision.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Moody?
Hospice care in Moody focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. The team visits you where you live to provide medical and emotional support. A typical team includes nurses, aides, and doctors who visit on a regular schedule. At Gentle Transitions Hospice, the staff includes 9 registered nurses and 3 physicians. These professionals manage pain and other symptoms to improve daily life. They also offer support for family members who act as primary caregivers. The care is not just about the medical side. It is about helping everyone feel at peace. You can expect the team to create a plan that fits your specific needs. They will update this plan as conditions change. Most families find that having a team of experts available by phone is very helpful. They provide guidance during stressful moments. This support allows families to spend more time together. That is the main goal of hospice care in this area.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider requires clear answers to your questions. You should feel empowered to ask about the care your loved one will receive. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home in an emergency. You need to know the response time for after-hours calls. Second, ask how the team coordinates with your current doctor. Good communication keeps everyone on the same page. Third, ask about the specific training of the staff who will visit the house. Do they have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis? Finally, ask how the agency handles changes in care needs. You want a team that can adapt quickly to new symptoms. Write these questions down before you call or visit. It is easy to forget things when you are tired or worried. Take your time to get the information you need. You are making a choice that affects your family's comfort. Be thorough in your search.
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