ALINEA FAMILY HOSPICE CARE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 303 E COLLEGE ST SUITE C
TERRELL, TX 75160 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 4, 2013
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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) | 17 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
56
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 ALINEA FAMILY HOSPICE CARE 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
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Both supplied directly and through outside suppliers
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 ALINEA FAMILY HOSPICE CARE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 34th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
112
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 day10.8 min
Ranks better than about 34% 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 weekends6.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 life94.2%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 visits57%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care3.5%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 months51%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 care7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 hospice3.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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$22,204 · 71st 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 71.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening97.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed95.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids87.5%
- Visits in the last days of life71.9%
- All care steps completed88.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia28%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About ALINEA FAMILY HOSPICE CARE LLC
Alinea Family Hospice Care LLC serves patients throughout Terrell, Texas, and the surrounding Kaufman County area. This freestanding hospice provider offers end-of-life support to families in the comfort of their own homes. The organization has been certified by Medicare since mid-2013 to provide medical and comfort services. They hold accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows they meet specific standards set by an outside group. Families should know that this provider operates as a for-profit entity. They focus on maintaining high standards of care for those they serve. It is a local option for your loved ones.
Provider Background
The Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as ACHC, reviews hospice programs to ensure they follow strict rules. This process looks at how a team handles patient needs and safety protocols. For Alinea Family Hospice Care LLC, this accreditation serves as an extra layer of oversight. The provider maintains a team of 56 employees. This group includes 17 registered nurses and two physicians who oversee medical care. They do not currently use volunteers in their operations. Being a for-profit provider means they report to shareholders while following Medicare rules for care quality. Medicare certification requires them to meet federal guidelines for patient comfort and safety. That is how they maintain their standing in the community. You should look at their official quality scores to see how they perform on key measures.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in TERRELL?
Hospice care in Terrell focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the main goal. The team members work together to manage pain and symptoms for the patient. They also provide emotional support for the entire family. At this specific provider, the clinical team includes 17 registered nurses and two doctors. These professionals visit patients where they live. They coordinate with family caregivers to ensure everyone stays on the same page. Having a local team helps because they know the area and can reach homes quickly. Most hospice programs offer 24-hour access to a nurse by phone. This gives you peace of mind during late-night emergencies. The goal is to keep the patient calm and comfortable in their own space. It makes a real difference for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how many nurses will be assigned to your loved one. You also want to know how quickly a nurse can arrive at your home during an emergency. Ask how the team handles pain management after normal business hours. Another good question involves how they support family members with grief. It helps to ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. Do not feel rushed to pick a provider. Take your time to get the answers you need. You deserve to feel confident in the care your family member receives. Write these questions down before your first meeting so you do not forget them.
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