Hospice Of Wichita Falls
Vernon, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451526)
CMS process measure: 93.99 (state average 94.72 — at state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (940) 691-0982 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Wichita Falls holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 93.99 is at the Texas state average of 94.72.
Hospice Of Wichita Falls serves 47 ZIP codes from its Vernon, TX office in Wilbarger County.
Yes, Hospice Of Wichita Falls is Medicare-certified (CCN 451526, since 1988); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Wichita Falls is a non-profit hospice based in Vernon, Texas (Wilbarger County), and has been Medicare-certified since October 18, 1988. It serves a wide area, covering 47 ZIP codes from its Vernon office.
According to the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, published on Medicare Care Compare, Hospice Of Wichita Falls earned a 5-star rating. Among families who responded, 93% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91% rated their overall experience of care a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, Hospice Of Wichita Falls scored 93.99, which CMS categorizes as at the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 64.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are included here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Of Wichita Falls is Medicare-certified (CCN 451526) and has been since October 18, 1988. 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, Hospice Of Wichita Falls received a 5-star rating, with 93% of families saying they would definitely recommend it and 91% rating their care experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 93.99, which is at the Texas state average of 94.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of Wichita Falls serves 47 ZIP codes from its Vernon, TX location in Wilbarger County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed regardless of ownership type.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 18, 1988.
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 typically have a life expectancy of six months or less, as certified by a doctor.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Hospice Of Wichita Falls at (940) 691-0982 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Hospice Of Wichita Falls directly at (940) 691-0982 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 scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; you can review this hospice's published CMS figures and also ask staff directly by calling (940) 691-0982.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Wichita Falls (CCN 451526) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451526?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.