Accentcare Health
Lubbock, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451774)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 65 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (806) 788-0158 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for Accentcare Health, but 74% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it and 72% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 100.00, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Accentcare Health serves 65 ZIP codes from its office in Lubbock, Texas, located in Lubbock County.
Yes, Accentcare Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 451774, since 2004); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Accentcare Health is a for-profit hospice serving Lubbock, Texas and the surrounding area from its office in Lubbock County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 22, 2004 (CCN 451774).
According to CMS Care Compare data, in the CAHPS family caregiver survey 74% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice, which can occur when patient counts are small; this is not an indication of poor quality, simply that CMS has not released that figure.
On CMS's composite process measure, Accentcare Health scored 100.00, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 69.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, and a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
Accentcare Health's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 65 ZIP codes.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are available in this listing. Families are encouraged to review the full record on Medicare Care Compare and contact the hospice directly with questions about services, staffing, or how to begin care, as this profile does not include that information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Accentcare Health?
Yes, Accentcare Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 451774), certified since November 22, 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 74% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Accentcare Health, and 72% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Accentcare Health's composite process measure score is 100.00, compared with a Texas state average of 94.72 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Based on CMS data, Accentcare Health serves 65 ZIP codes from its office in Lubbock, Texas, in Lubbock County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 65 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Accentcare Health is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results give more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Accentcare Health has been Medicare-certified since November 22, 2004.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive treatment for symptom relief and comfort.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Accentcare Health provides care. Please contact the hospice at (806) 788-0158 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The listing data does not include enrollment steps. Please contact Accentcare Health at (806) 788-0158 to ask about starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, and services offered; contact Accentcare Health at (806) 788-0158 for specifics not covered in this CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Accentcare Health's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451774?state=TX.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.