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PAX ET VITA HOSPICE AGENCY, LLC

OtherCHAP AccreditedFreestanding Hospice

Provider Information

Address
830 JULIE RIVERS DRIVE UNIT 602
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Ownership Type
Other
Medicare Certified Since
July 10, 2020

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CMS Quality Ratings

Overall Rating

Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.

Quality of Care

Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.

Patient Satisfaction
Not yet rated

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

Staffing breakdown for PAX ET VITA HOSPICE AGENCY, LLC
RoleStaff Count
Registered Nurses (RN)5
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)1
Physicians2
Volunteers1

15

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 PAX ET VITA HOSPICE AGENCY, LLC 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

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.

Type of inpatient care
Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
Medical supplies and equipment
Brought in through an outside supplier

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 PAX ET VITA HOSPICE AGENCY, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.

19 minutes

of nurse care per routine home care day, on average

That is the 93rd 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 day19 min

    Ranks better than about 93% 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 weekends9.5%

    Ranks better than about 66% 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 life88.4%

    Ranks better than about 26% 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 visits15.8%

    Ranks better than about 92% 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 care26.7%

    Ranks better than about 1% 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 months20%

    Ranks better than about 87% 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 care6.7%

    Ranks better than about 52% 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 hospice6.7%

    Ranks better than about 5% 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)67th 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$24,997 · 82nd 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 48.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
  • Pain screening98.8%
  • Pain assessment89.5%
  • Breathing difficulty screening100%
  • Breathing difficulty treatment100%
  • Treatment preferences discussed100%
  • Beliefs and values discussed100%
  • Visits in the last days of life48.6%
  • All care steps completed94.2%

Conditions of patients in their care

Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.

  • Cancer8%
  • Dementia69%
  • Heart and circulatory disease12%

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.

About PAX ET VITA HOSPICE AGENCY, LLC

PAX ET VITA HOSPICE AGENCY, LLC serves the Sugar Land, Texas area from its office on Julie Rivers Drive. This freestanding hospice agency provides care for patients and families facing life-limiting illness. They have been certified by Medicare since July 2020. This provider holds accreditation from CHAP, which is a national organization that sets standards for hospice quality. You can look to this agency for support throughout the Fort Bend county region.

Agency Details

This agency operates as an independent, freestanding hospice provider. They chose to seek accreditation from CHAP, which stands for the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow strict national health standards. Achieving this status shows a clear focus on meeting high benchmarks for patient care. It means an outside team checked their work. Families often find comfort knowing a provider has earned this extra seal of approval. The agency supports patients with a team of fifteen staff members. This includes five registered nurses and two physicians who oversee medical care. One licensed practical nurse and one volunteer also work with the team. These staff members handle the daily needs of patients in their homes or chosen care settings.

Quality Summary

This agency holds strong quality marks from federal reviewers. They earned high scores for their quality of care based on the latest Hospice Care Index data. Their overall rating reflects a solid standing among local providers.

What Is Hospice Care Like in SUGAR LAND?

Hospice care in Sugar Land focuses on comfort and quality of life for the patient. You can expect a team to visit your loved one wherever they call home. This team usually includes nurses, doctors, and volunteers who provide support. At this agency, the staff includes five registered nurses and two doctors. They work together to manage pain and other symptoms. The goal is to help the patient stay comfortable and surrounded by family. Having a local team makes it easier to get quick responses when needs change. You should ask how often a nurse will visit your home. Most agencies will explain their plan for visits during the first meeting. This helps everyone know what to expect. Good communication is key to a smooth care experience for everyone involved in the process.

What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider

Choosing the right care is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to any agency you consider. Start by asking how the agency handles medical emergencies after regular business hours. It is good to know who you will call at night or on the weekend. Ask them how many patients each nurse typically cares for during the week. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one. Ask about their experience with the specific illness your family member faces. You might also ask how they involve the family in making daily care decisions. Do they offer extra support like grief counseling or help with daily tasks? Get clear answers to these questions before you make your final choice for care.

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