CHOICE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 6770 OLD JACKSONVILLE HWY; SUITE 102A
TYLER, TX 75703 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 18, 2003
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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) | 20 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 5 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
53
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 CHOICE 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CHOICE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 20th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
128
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 day9.5 min
Ranks better than about 20% 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 weekends9.3%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 life92.1%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 visits74.6%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 months22.1%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 hospice3.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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)87th 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$11,785 · 17th 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 58.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening93.7%
- Pain assessment97.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.1%
- Visits in the last days of life58.9%
- All care steps completed86.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia24%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease17%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support at Home in Tyler
CHOICE HOSPICE provides end-of-life care for families in Tyler, Texas. Their team works out of their office on Old Jacksonville Highway. They focus on comfort and dignity for patients during a difficult time. Choosing the right support is a big decision. This team serves the Smith County area with a local approach to care. They offer medical help, emotional support, and spiritual guidance right where you live. It is about making every day count. That is the goal of hospice care in your community.
About CHOICE HOSPICE
CHOICE HOSPICE operates as a for-profit provider. They first received Medicare certification on November 18, 2003. That is over twenty years of service to the region. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal rules for safety and quality. Families often want to know how long a provider has been around. Longevity can show stability. You should feel comfortable asking about their specific team members and how they handle after-hours calls. The team is ready to help you understand your options. It is not just about the medical care. It is about the people who walk this path with you.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Tyler
Hospice is a special way of caring for people with serious illnesses. It is not about giving up. It is about focusing on pain relief and quality of life. The thing is, many families wait too long to call. You can start these services sooner than you might think. In Tyler, you have options that bring the hospital level of care into your own living room. That is a game changer for comfort. Nurses and aides visit regularly to check on symptoms. They also support family members who are acting as caregivers. Having extra hands makes a world of difference for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a personal process. Take your time. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You also want to know how they handle pain management. Ask them how they help families cope with the emotional stress of the journey. Can they provide a volunteer to sit with your loved one? Does the team have experience with your specific diagnosis? Write these answers down. It helps to have a clear head when you sit down to talk. Trust your gut feeling during these visits.
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