Harbor Hospice Of Waco, Lp
Waco, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 741673)
CMS process measure: 90.14 (state average 94.72 — below state average)
Serves: 52 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (254) 218-4290 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would recommend Harbor Hospice Of Waco 81% of the time, and 79% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 90.14, below the Texas state average of 94.72.
Harbor Hospice Of Waco serves 52 ZIP codes from its Waco, Texas office in McLennan County.
Yes, Harbor Hospice Of Waco is Medicare-certified, with CCN 741673, certified since June 20, 2017; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Harbor Hospice Of Waco, Lp is a for-profit hospice serving Waco, Texas and surrounding McLennan County communities. It has been Medicare-certified since June 20, 2017 (CCN 741673).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 81% of family caregivers who responded said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; this may reflect a small number of survey responses rather than any concern about quality.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Harbor Hospice Of Waco scored 90.14, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 65.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Harbor Hospice Of Waco reports serving 52 ZIP codes from its Waco office, offering families across a broad area access to hospice services.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify. All figures in this profile come directly from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Harbor Hospice Of Waco is Medicare-certified (CCN 741673) since June 20, 2017, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose eligibility is certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In CMS's CAHPS survey data, 81% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 90.14, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Harbor Hospice Of Waco reports serving 52 ZIP codes from its office in Waco, McLennan County, Texas.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 52 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but CMS publishes it as part of transparency data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 20, 2017.
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 focuses on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Harbor Hospice Of Waco at (254) 218-4290 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the admission process; please contact Harbor Hospice Of Waco at (254) 218-4290 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly staff respond to visit requests, what services are included, and how the hospice communicates with families; you can review these topics with Harbor Hospice Of Waco directly at (254) 218-4290.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Harbor Hospice Of Waco (CCN 741673) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/741673?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.