Compassus-Athens
Athens, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111651)
CMS process measure: 99.53 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 67 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 354-1707 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Compassus-Athens a CAHPS star rating of 2 out of 5, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.53, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Compassus-Athens serves 67 ZIP codes from its Athens, Georgia office in Clarke County. Families nearby can contact the hospice to confirm whether their specific address is included in that service area.
Yes, Compassus-Athens is Medicare-certified (CCN 111651, since 2007). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-Athens is a for-profit hospice serving Athens, Georgia and the surrounding Clarke County area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 18, 2007 (CCN 111651).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave Compassus-Athens a CAHPS star rating of 2 out of 5. Among families surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients served by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Compassus-Athens scored 99.53, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 67.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the data CMS has published.
Compassus-Athens' service area covers 67 ZIP codes from its Athens, Georgia office. Families in and around Clarke County can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location falls within the current service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are included here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; where a measure is not shown, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than an indicator of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassus-Athens is Medicare-certified (CCN 111651) since April 18, 2007. 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 Care Compare data shows a CAHPS star rating of 2 out of 5, with 79% of surveyed families saying they would definitely recommend Compassus-Athens and 79% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Compassus-Athens scored 99.53 on CMS's composite process measure, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus-Athens serves 67 ZIP codes from its Athens, Georgia office in Clarke County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 67 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-Athens is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care; CMS survey and process measures are more direct indicators of experience and care consistency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Compassus-Athens has been Medicare-certified since April 18, 2007.
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 pursuing curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, medical attention, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Compassus-Athens at (706) 354-1707 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Compassus-Athens directly at (706) 354-1707 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, composite process scores, service area, staffing, and how care is delivered — contact Compassus-Athens at (706) 354-1707 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus-Athens (CCN 111651) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111651?state=GA to confirm current CMS 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.