Abbey Hospice
Social Circle, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111530)
CMS process measure: 92.88 (state average 93.95 — below state average)
Serves: 53 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (770) 464-5858 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Abbey Hospice holds a 5-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 98% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 92.88 is slightly below the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Abbey Hospice serves 53 ZIP codes from its office in Social Circle, Georgia, in Newton County.
Yes, Abbey Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111530), certified since 1994; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Abbey Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Social Circle, Georgia, serving families in Newton County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since February 1, 1994 (CCN 111530), and according to CMS Care Compare data, it currently serves 53 ZIP codes.
Family caregiver experience is measured through the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Abbey Hospice earned a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 98% of surveyed family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 94% rating the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were followed, Abbey Hospice scored 92.88, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 67.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on published Care Compare data.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS. Families are encouraged to contact Abbey Hospice directly and to review the latest figures on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Abbey Hospice?
Yes. Abbey Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111530), certified since February 1, 1994, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Abbey Hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Abbey Hospice received a 5-star rating, with 98% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 94% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Abbey Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Abbey Hospice's composite process score is 92.88, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it slightly below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does Abbey Hospice serve?
Abbey Hospice serves 53 ZIP codes from its office in Social Circle, Georgia, in Newton County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 53 this hospice reports serving.
Is Abbey Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Abbey Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, and CMS publishes CAHPS and process measures for that purpose.
How long has Abbey Hospice been Medicare-certified?
Abbey Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 1, 1994.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness to relieve symptoms, while hospice care is generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 care, and treatments for comfort and symptom relief continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for Abbey Hospice; please contact the hospice at (770) 464-5858 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Abbey Hospice?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Abbey Hospice at (770) 464-5858 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Abbey Hospice at (770) 464-5858 for specifics and review Medicare Care Compare for published data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Abbey Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111530?state=GA to confirm current CMS-published figures.
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.