FAIRMONT HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 300 JACKSON ST
RICHMOND, TX 77469 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 26, 2015
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
18
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 FAIRMONT 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 FAIRMONT HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
8.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 10th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
119
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 day8.1 min
Ranks better than about 10% 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 weekends5.2%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 life81.3%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 visits72.5%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 care9.6%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 months35.7%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 care17.2%
Ranks better than about 11% 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)79th 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$17,837 · 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 25.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening95%
- Pain assessment84.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening94.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed98%
- Beliefs and values discussed94.3%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids84.8%
- Visits in the last days of life25.9%
- All care steps completed79.1%
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%
- Dementia36%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Overview of Fairmont Hospice
Fairmont Hospice serves the Richmond, Texas area from their office on Jackson Street. They have been certified to provide Medicare hospice care since July 2015. This provider is a freestanding hospice that works to support patients and their families during end of life care. They hold accreditation from CHAP, which shows they meet high standards for safety and quality. Choosing the right team is a big step. This provider offers a specific approach to care that might fit your needs in Fort Bend County.
About Fairmont Hospice
Fairmont Hospice operates as a for-profit organization. They have been part of the Medicare system for nearly a decade. The team includes 18 total employees, including 6 registered nurses and 2 licensed practical nurses. That is a solid nursing presence for a group of this size. Accreditation from CHAP is a big deal. It means an outside group checked their work to ensure they follow strict rules for patient safety. Families should know that this accreditation proves the hospice team values high standards. They work hard to meet these national goals every single day. This helps families feel more at ease during a hard time. You want a team that follows the rules. That is exactly what this accreditation ensures for you and your loved ones.
Quality Insights
Understanding Hospice Care in Richmond
Hospice care in Richmond focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. It is about managing pain and keeping the patient peaceful at home. The team at Fairmont Hospice includes nurses who handle the medical side of things. They have 6 registered nurses and 2 licensed practical nurses on staff to help with daily needs. That is a decent number of nurses for their size. But they currently show no volunteers listed in their data. Most hospice teams also include social workers and chaplains to help with the emotional side of care. You should ask how they handle these extra support needs. It is a vital part of the hospice experience. Good care takes a village. The right team makes all the difference when you are caring for a loved one.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a personal choice. You need to feel comfortable with the people entering your home. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your house in an emergency. Ask how they help the family cope with grief and stress. It is also wise to ask about their specific experience with your loved one's condition. You might want to know how they handle medications. Do they have a plan for nights and weekends? That is a common worry for many families. Make sure you get clear answers before you sign anything. You deserve to feel confident in your choice. Take your time to ask these questions until you feel at peace with your final decision.
Preserve Your Family Stories
This time is about more than medical care. It is about the memories you share. Start recording your family history today to keep those stories alive for years to come.
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