PLATINUM PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 140 SOUTH COLLEGIATE DRIVE SUITE 100
PARIS, TX 75460 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 8, 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) | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
20
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 PLATINUM PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE INC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
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 PLATINUM PALLIATIVE & HOSPICE CARE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 33rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
42
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day10.7 min
Ranks better than about 33% 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 weekends6.4%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 life100%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 visits13.4%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care5.2%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 months48.1%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 care19.5%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 hospice2.6%
Ranks better than about 30% 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$26,582 · 86th 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 89.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.9%
- Pain assessment96.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life89.1%
- All care steps completed96.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Dementia34%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for Your Loved Ones
Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc serves the Paris, Texas community from their office on South Collegiate Drive. They focus on providing comfort and dignity for patients facing serious illness. Choosing a hospice team is a big step for any family. This provider works to manage pain and help patients live their final days with peace. They serve the Lamar County area with a team dedicated to end-of-life support. It is about helping your loved one feel comfortable in their own home or a facility. You want a team that listens to your needs. This provider offers that local support when it matters most. They aim to make these hard moments a little easier for everyone involved.
About Platinum Palliative & Hospice Care Inc
This is a for-profit hospice agency that has been certified by Medicare since August 2012. That long history shows they have been part of the Paris medical community for over a decade. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal rules for safety and care quality. The thing is, not all agencies have that kind of track record. Families should know that this agency is held to high standards by the government. They must report their performance regularly to stay in the program. This transparency is good for you. It means they have systems in place to track how they care for patients. When you choose a provider, looking at their history gives you a sense of what to expect. They have been doing this work for a long time, and that experience counts for a lot.
Understanding Hospice Care in Paris
Hospice is not just about medical care. It is about whole-person support for your family. In Paris and the surrounding Lamar County area, hospice teams usually include nurses, aides, and social workers. They come to where you live. The goal is to focus on comfort rather than a cure. Many people wait too long to start these services. That is a mistake. Early care means more time for the team to build trust with your loved one. And it means more support for you as a caregiver. You do not have to walk this path alone. Local teams understand the resources available in Texas and can help you connect with them. So, reach out early to see what options fit your life. It is never too soon to ask questions about how they can help your family find peace.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider can feel overwhelming. Start by asking simple questions to see if they are a good match. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know you are not alone after hours. Second, ask how they manage pain and other tough symptoms. Good providers have a clear plan for this. Third, ask how they support family members with grief and stress. This is often called bereavement support. Finally, ask what happens if your loved one needs to go to a hospital for a short time. A good provider will explain their process clearly. Do not be afraid to ask the same question twice if you need more clarity. You are the expert on your loved one, and you deserve clear answers to help you feel safe and confident.
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