Altus Hospice
Kingwood, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671649)
CMS process measure: 98.19 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 121 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (281) 583-5455 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Altus Hospice holds a 4-star family caregiver rating on CMS Care Compare, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.19 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Altus Hospice serves 121 ZIP codes from its Kingwood, Texas office in Harris County.
Yes, Altus Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 671649, since 2010); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Altus Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Kingwood, Texas, serving families in Harris County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 29, 2010, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 671649.
According to CMS Care Compare data based on the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Altus Hospice received a 4-star caregiver rating. In that survey, 86% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 87% rated the hospice care experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice completed a bundle of recommended care processes, Altus Hospice scored 98.19, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and its data show that 78.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the vintage of data published on Care Compare.
Altus Hospice's service area covers 121 ZIP codes from its Kingwood office, indicating a fairly broad reach across the greater Houston area.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as an indicator of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Altus Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 671649) since June 29, 2010. 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 CAHPS Hospice Survey reported on CMS Care Compare, Altus Hospice earned a 4-star rating, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Altus Hospice's composite process score is 98.19, compared to a Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Altus Hospice, based in Kingwood, Texas (Harris County), serves 121 ZIP codes.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 121 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Altus Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not directly determine care quality; CMS quality and survey measures are the best available indicators of caregiver experience and process performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Altus Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 29, 2010.
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 has determined a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, attention, or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Altus Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (281) 583-5455 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with Altus Hospice, contact them directly at (281) 583-5455 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality measures, service area, and staff availability; you can review CMS Care Compare data and also contact Altus Hospice at (281) 583-5455 for specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Altus Hospice (CCN 671649) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671649?state=TX to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.