Vitalcaring Group
Crockett, TX · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 671773)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.72 — above state average)
Serves: 55 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (936) 545-0320 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 82% would definitely recommend Vitalcaring Group, and 84% rated their care experience 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS Care Compare data. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Texas state average of 94.72, though CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice.
Vitalcaring Group serves 55 ZIP codes from its Crockett, Texas office, located in Houston County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Vitalcaring Group is Medicare-certified, with CMS Certification Number 671773, certified since July 29, 2013. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vitalcaring Group is a for-profit hospice based in Crockett, Texas, serving families in Houston County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 29, 2013, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 671773.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 82% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice, which sometimes occurs due to smaller survey sample sizes rather than any indication of quality.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects whether patients received a set of recommended care processes — Vitalcaring Group scored 100.00, which is above the Texas state average of 94.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 for this hospice, and that 54.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the same Care Compare dataset.
Vitalcaring Group's service area, per CMS data, covers 55 ZIP codes from its Crockett office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Vitalcaring Group is Medicare-certified (CCN 671773) since July 29, 2013, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall care experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Vitalcaring Group's composite process score is 100.00, above the Texas state average of 94.72, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data lists 55 ZIP codes served by Vitalcaring Group from its Crockett, Texas office in Houston County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 55 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vitalcaring Group is a for-profit hospice, according to CMS Care Compare. Ownership type does not directly reflect quality of care, which is better assessed through CMS survey and process measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Vitalcaring Group has been Medicare-certified since July 29, 2013, according to CMS records.
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 people who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy. Both emphasize managing symptoms and supporting quality of life.
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; patients can still receive medical treatment aimed at managing symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Vitalcaring Group at (936) 545-0320 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Vitalcaring Group at (936) 545-0320 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality measures compare to the state average, and the size of its service area — all of which are available for Vitalcaring Group through CMS Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Vitalcaring Group's official CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/671773?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.