Lifecare Health Services
Longview, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 451708)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 37 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (903) 297-9300 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Lifecare Health Services, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. However, its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Texas state average of 94.72.
Lifecare Health Services serves 37 ZIP codes from its Longview, Texas office in Gregg County.
Yes, Lifecare Health Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 451708, since 2001); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lifecare Health Services is a for-profit hospice provider based in Longview, Texas, serving Gregg County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 2001, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 451708.
CMS Care Compare data does not include CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for this provider. This is often due to small patient counts, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality — CMS simply has not published these figures for Lifecare Health Services.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, Lifecare Health Services scored 100.00, compared to the Texas state average of 94.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 6, and notes that 67.1% of patients received visits from hospice staff during the last days of life, according to the most recent published CMS Care Compare data.
Lifecare Health Services serves 37 ZIP codes from its Longview office. Medicare beneficiaries who qualify for hospice care under the Medicare hospice benefit can receive covered hospice services from a Medicare-certified provider like this one when a physician certifies eligibility. Families are encouraged to verify all current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Lifecare Health Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 451708) since September 6, 2001, 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, often due to small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 6 and that 67.1% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Lifecare Health Services serves 37 ZIP codes from its office in Longview, Texas, in Gregg County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 37 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Lifecare Health Services is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 2001.
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 specifically for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are expected to have a limited life expectancy, focusing on comfort.
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; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact Lifecare Health Services at (903) 297-9300 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Lifecare Health Services at (903) 297-9300 to discuss how to begin care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about the hospice's CMS quality scores, CAHPS survey results, services offered, and service area; contact Lifecare Health Services at (903) 297-9300 for details specific to your situation.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Lifecare Health Services' official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/451708?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.