ENHABIT HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1920 BIRDCREEK DR STE 100B
TEMPLE, TX 76502 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 15, 2022
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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) | 1 |
| 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 ENHABIT 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ENHABIT HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 74th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
32
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 day14.8 min
Ranks better than about 74% 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 weekends7.8%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 life96.7%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 visits61.5%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care9.1%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 months27.3%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 care18.2%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$19,309 · 57th 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 74.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99%
- Beliefs and values discussed99%
- Visits in the last days of life74.1%
- All care steps completed99%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease20%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Temple
Enhabit Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care for families throughout Temple, Texas. Located on Birdcreek Drive, this team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients facing a life-limiting illness. They offer a range of services designed to manage pain and provide emotional support during a difficult season. The goal is simple. They want to help patients live their final days with as much peace and quality of life as possible. You are not alone in this journey. This team is ready to step in and offer support right where you live in Bell County.
About ENHABIT HOSPICE
Enhabit Hospice operates as a for-profit provider in the Temple area. They have been Medicare certified since August 15, 2022. That is a vital detail for families to know. Medicare certification means they must meet strict federal rules for safety and care quality. Being a for-profit organization, they are part of a larger network of hospice care providers. You might wonder how that impacts your care. The truth is, many for-profit agencies provide excellent, highly personalized support. What matters most is how they treat your loved one today. They have built their local presence over the last few years. Reach out to them at (254) 677-7377 to see if their approach fits your family's specific needs and values.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Temple
Finding the right hospice in Bell County can feel like a heavy task. But it does not have to be confusing. Hospice is really about focusing on comfort instead of a cure. It brings a team of nurses, social workers, and chaplains to your home. They manage symptoms and support your family's emotional health. The thing is, many families wait too long to start these services. You can start hospice care as soon as a doctor says the time is right. It is not just for the very last days of life. It is for months of support. And that makes a huge difference in the patient's daily comfort level.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a partner for your loved one's care is a big decision. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent need arises at night. Second, ask how they handle pain and symptom management after hours. Third, ask what kind of support they offer for grieving family members after a loss. Finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific health condition. These answers will tell you a lot about their culture. Do not feel rushed. It is your right to interview them. You deserve to feel confident in the team walking beside you.
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