Affinis Hospice, Llc
Augusta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111748)
CMS process measure: 98.35 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 434-0421 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 71% would definitely recommend Affinis Hospice, and 73% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Affinis Hospice scored 98.35, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Affinis Hospice serves 32 ZIP codes from its Augusta, GA office in Richmond County, according to CMS Care Compare data. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is covered by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Affinis Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified, CCN 111748, certified since August 28, 2014. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Affinis Hospice, LLC is a non-profit hospice based in Augusta, Georgia, serving Richmond County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2014 (CCN 111748).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 71% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 73% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Affinis Hospice scored 98.35, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 44.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the data provided.
Affinis Hospice's service area, per CMS data, covers 32 ZIP codes from its Augusta office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information is provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Affinis Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 111748) since August 28, 2014. 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, 71% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 73% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Affinis Hospice scored 98.35 on the CMS composite process measure, above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 44.6% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Per CMS data, Affinis Hospice serves 32 ZIP codes from its Augusta, GA office in Richmond County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Affinis Hospice, LLC is a non-profit organization, according to CMS data. Ownership type doesn't directly determine quality, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Affinis Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2014, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for people with a life-limiting illness who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, while palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness.
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 medical care or support, which continues through the hospice team.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Affinis Hospice at (706) 434-0421 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't include enrollment steps; please contact Affinis Hospice directly at (706) 434-0421 to discuss how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the CAHPS survey results, the composite process score, services provided, and how to reach the hospice; contact Affinis Hospice at (706) 434-0421 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Affinis Hospice using CCN 111748 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111748?state=GA to confirm current CMS data.
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.