TRADITIONS HEALTH
Provider Information
- Address
- 16730 N ELDRIDGE PKWY STE A
TOMBALL, TX 77377 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 28, 2001
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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) | 5 |
14
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 TRADITIONS HEALTH 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 TRADITIONS HEALTH compares to hospices nationwide.
12.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 50th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
21
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 day12.2 min
Ranks better than about 50% 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 weekends7.6%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 life94.9%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 visits54.6%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 care16.3%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 months61.2%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 care18.4%
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)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$18,712 · 54th 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 72.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life72.4%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Stroke15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Tomball
Traditions Health serves families in Tomball, Texas, and the surrounding Harris County area. They offer hospice care focused on comfort and quality of life for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a provider is a big step for any family. That is why having local options like this one matters so much. Their team works to meet physical and emotional needs during a difficult time. They aim to provide peace of mind to everyone involved. You deserve a team that listens. This office is located on North Eldridge Parkway. It serves as a central hub for their local care efforts. They support patients in their own homes or wherever they call home. The goal is always to keep the patient safe and comfortable. Finding the right fit for your loved one takes time and care. Traditions Health brings years of experience to this community. They are ready to help when the time comes.
About Traditions Health
Traditions Health is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been Medicare certified since November 28, 2001. That is over two decades of serving the community. Being around that long shows a deep commitment to the hospice mission. Medicare certification means they follow strict federal rules for patient care. It is a baseline that every hospice must meet to get paid by Medicare. But it also shows they have passed many reviews over the years. For-profit status means they operate as a business while still providing medical care. What most people do not realize is that both non-profit and for-profit hospices must provide the same basic services. The difference often comes down to the culture of the team. You should ask how they handle after-hours calls. Do they have a nurse available at 3:00 AM? You need to know that support is there when you need it most. That is the true test of a good team.
Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Tomball
Hospice care in Texas is a specialized benefit for those with a terminal prognosis. Many families in the Tomball area are surprised to learn that hospice is not a place. It is a service that comes to you. The core team includes a doctor, a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain. They work together to manage pain and symptoms. The thing is, hospice is about living as well as possible for as long as possible. It is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different path for the final months or weeks. Many people wait too long to start these services. They miss out on the extra support that hospice provides. You can start this conversation early. In fact, it is often better to reach out sooner than later. This allows the team to build a real relationship with your loved one. That connection makes a huge difference when things get hard.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident in the team you choose. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. Speed matters when pain or symptoms change suddenly. Second, ask how they support family caregivers. Do they offer volunteers or respite care for when you need a break? Everyone needs a break sometimes. Third, ask about their experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis. Some teams have special training for certain conditions. Finally, ask what the plan is for after-hours support. Will you speak to a local nurse or a call center far away? You want someone who knows your family. Do not be afraid to ask these tough questions. It is your right to know how your loved one will be treated. Good providers will welcome these questions. They should be happy to show you how they care for the people in this community.
Keep Their Stories Alive
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