Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp
Houston, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671745)
CMS process measure: 97.32 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 84 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (281) 461-6109 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Harbor Hospice Of Houston a CAHPS rating of 2 stars, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 97.32, above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp serves 84 ZIP codes from its office in Houston, Texas, located in Harris County.
Yes, Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp is Medicare-certified (CCN 671745, since 2012); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp is a for-profit hospice based in Houston, Texas, serving Harris County and surrounding communities. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 24, 2012, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 671745.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 2 stars. Among those surveyed, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 75% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp scored 97.32, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 for this hospice, and notes that 50.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp reports serving 84 ZIP codes from its Houston office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; families should confirm the most current figures directly on the Care Compare website. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp is Medicare-certified (CCN 671745) since May 24, 2012, and 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?
CMS's CAHPS Hospice Survey data shows an overall rating of 2 stars, with 81% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 75% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 97.32, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp reports serving 84 ZIP codes from its Houston, Texas office in Harris County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 84 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it so families can consider it alongside the quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 24, 2012.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Harbor Hospice Of Houston, Lp at (281) 461-6109 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with this hospice, contact them directly at (281) 461-6109 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice compares to state averages on quality measures, and its service area; for specifics beyond what CMS publishes, contact the hospice at (281) 461-6109.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671745?state=TX to confirm current ratings and details.
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.