HOME HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 601 E 2ND ST STE F
ODESSA, TX 79761 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 20, 1995
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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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
48
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 HOME 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOME HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
7.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 5th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
123
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 day7.1 min
Ranks better than about 5% 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 life93.4%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 visits53.1%
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 care8.3%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 months26.8%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 hospice1.9%
Ranks better than about 39% 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)85th 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$14,264 · 30th 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 53.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening76.6%
- Pain assessment57.0%
- Breathing difficulty screening97.0%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.3%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.8%
- Visits in the last days of life62%
- All care steps completed53.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia18%
- Heart and circulatory disease20%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke3%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Home Hospice
Home Hospice serves families in Odessa, Texas. They provide specialized end-of-life care for residents in Ector County. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice programs to ensure they meet high standards for safety and quality. This credential shows the team follows strict rules for patient care. It is a sign of their commitment to reliable service for the local community.
About Home Hospice
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They first earned their Medicare certification back in April of 1995. That is nearly thirty years of service to the region. The team includes 48 employees in total. This group features 8 registered nurses and 4 licensed practical nurses. They also work with 5 volunteers. Having a set team size helps families know who will visit the home. The accreditation means a third party checked their work. They look at how the agency handles medical records and staff training. It gives families more peace of mind during a hard time. You can count on these standards.
Quality Insights
What Is Hospice Care Like in Odessa?
Hospice care in Odessa focuses on comfort and pain control. Nurses visit your home to help manage symptoms and support your loved one. They bring the medical supplies to you. The staff works to keep patients in their own beds whenever possible. That is the main goal. A team of nurses and volunteers coordinates the plan of care. They talk with the family about what to expect each week. If a crisis happens, they have staff ready to help. You do not need to go to a hospital for routine needs. The care comes to your door. This helps families stay together in a familiar space. It makes a real difference in the daily quality of life.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should talk to a few providers before you decide. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if you call at night. Ask how they handle pain management for specific conditions. You might want to know how often a nurse will visit your home each week. Find out if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one. Ask about their backup plans for weekends and holidays. Check if they have experience with the specific illness your family member has. It helps to ask about their communication style too. You want to know how they will keep you updated. Do not be afraid to ask these hard questions early on.
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