HOSPICE OF SAN ANGELO
Provider Information
- Address
- 1933 UNIVERSITY AVE
SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 10, 1989
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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) | 12 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
38
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 HOSPICE OF SAN ANGELO 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 HOSPICE OF SAN ANGELO compares to hospices nationwide.
19.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 95th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
72
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 day19.8 min
Ranks better than about 95% 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 weekends9.2%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 life97.9%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 visits7.5%
Ranks better than about 97% 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%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 months30%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 care10%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 hospice2.5%
Ranks better than about 31% 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)92nd 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$9,336 · 8th 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 43.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.0%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life43.1%
- All care steps completed98.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia10%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease16%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions27%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of San Angelo
Hospice of San Angelo serves families across Tom Green County from their office on University Avenue. This freestanding hospice provider offers end-of-life care to patients in the San Angelo area. They have held Medicare certification since 1989. The provider maintains accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they meet high standards for patient safety and care quality. Getting this badge shows an agency meets strict rules for how they treat patients and manage their clinical work. Families in Texas can look to this accreditation as one indicator of an agency's focus on structured service delivery. Their team works to provide comfort during a difficult time for local residents.
About Hospice of San Angelo
Hospice of San Angelo operates as a non-profit organization. Non-profit status often means the agency reinvests extra funds into their programs. They have served the community for over three decades. The agency employs a total team of 38 people. This group includes 12 registered nurses and 7 licensed practical nurses. One volunteer also works with the team. These staff members help carry out the daily care plans for patients. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care means an outside group checked their safety practices. It confirms they follow specific rules for health care. Families should know that these standards help keep care consistent. Choosing an accredited provider can offer peace of mind when you need it most. They remain a long-standing option for those needing hospice support in the region.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in San Angelo?
Hospice care in San Angelo focuses on comfort for patients and their families. It is not about curing an illness. Instead, it aims to manage pain and improve quality of life. The team visits patients wherever they call home. This could be a private house or a care facility. Staff members provide medical care and emotional support. They work with nurses and doctors to track symptoms closely. Having 12 registered nurses and 7 licensed practical nurses on staff allows this team to monitor patient needs effectively. They focus on the patient's goals. Whether a family needs help with daily tasks or complex symptom control, the hospice team steps in to provide that support. It is a team effort. They coordinate with your regular doctor to keep everyone on the same page during the care process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice provider is a big decision for your family. Start by asking how many staff members will visit each week. You want to know who will be there in an emergency. Ask about the process for after-hours calls. It is important to know if you can reach a nurse at night or on weekends. Another good question is how they handle pain management. Ask how they coordinate with the patient's primary doctor. You should also ask how they support family members during the grieving process. These answers help you understand the level of care you can expect. Do not feel rushed to pick a provider immediately. Take your time to get the information you need. You deserve to feel comfortable with the team that will walk this path with you.
Save Your Family Stories
Your loved ones have lived full lives. Preserving their memories and stories can be a special way to honor them during this time.
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