ELEGANT HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 5718 UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS BLVD SUITE 203
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78249 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 14, 2020
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
3
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 ELEGANT 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ELEGANT HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
7.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 9th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
46
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 day7.9 min
Ranks better than about 9% 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 weekends5.4%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 life81.7%
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 visits76.5%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 care2.8%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 months44.3%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care22.6%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 hospice2.8%
Ranks better than about 28% 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$20,175 · 62nd 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 51.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening75.7%
- Pain assessment94.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening88.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed87%
- Beliefs and values discussed83.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids96%
- Visits in the last days of life51.9%
- All care steps completed67.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia30%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions31%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Elegant Hospice in San Antonio
Elegant Hospice provides end of life care services to families in San Antonio, Texas. This freestanding hospice provider has served the community since early 2020. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status means an outside group checked their work against high standards. Choosing a hospice is a big step for any family. This provider offers care centered on comfort and support for patients in Bexar County. They aim to help patients live their final days with peace and dignity. Their team works to meet the needs of each person under their care. It is a local option for those living in the 78249 area. They focus on quality for every patient they see.
About Elegant Hospice
This hospice operates as a for-profit entity. They earned their Medicare certification in February of 2020. The team includes one registered nurse to manage patient care needs. Being accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care shows they follow strict rules. This group reviews hospice agencies to make sure they follow federal and state health laws. They look at how a hospice keeps patients safe and clean. This is good for families to know. You should feel confident that a third party checked their systems. They have three total employees on staff. This small team provides focused attention to those they serve. They do not have physicians or volunteers on their staff list at this time. Families should ask how they cover medical needs without a doctor on the direct payroll. This is a standard question for any small hospice agency.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in San Antonio?
Hospice care in San Antonio focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical help and emotional support directly to the patient. This happens in a home or a care facility. The goal is to keep the patient pain free. Most hospice teams include nurses, aides, and social workers. Elegant Hospice uses a small team of three staff members. This includes one registered nurse to oversee daily medical tasks. They do not employ licensed practical nurses or physicians directly. Families often use hospice to manage symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. The team helps the family understand what to expect. They also offer support for the stress of caregiving. It is a way to make sure the patient stays comfortable. That is the main goal of their service. You can expect them to visit based on the plan of care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should talk to a few hospice agencies before you pick one. Start by asking how they handle pain emergencies at night or on the weekend. This is very important. Ask how many patients each nurse sees in a week. You want to know if they have enough time for your loved one. Ask how they coordinate with the patient's primary doctor. A good hospice will keep the family doctor in the loop. Ask what happens if the patient needs to go to a hospital. You need to know their policy on transfers. Also, ask about their staff experience. You want a team that knows how to handle complex health issues. It is okay to ask for a list of their services. Make sure they offer the support you need at home.
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