Compassus-North Georgia Ii
Ellijay, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111682)
CMS process measure: 98.28 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 33 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 686-5244 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus-North Georgia Ii has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 98.28 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Compassus-North Georgia Ii serves 33 ZIP codes from its Ellijay, Georgia office in Gilmer County. Families in the surrounding area can contact the hospice to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Compassus-North Georgia Ii is Medicare-certified, with CCN 111682, certified since 2009. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-North Georgia Ii is a for-profit hospice based in Ellijay, Georgia, in Gilmer County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 29, 2009, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over a decade.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 93% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the direct feedback of family members who worked with the hospice team.
On CMS's composite process measure, which looks at how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Compassus-North Georgia Ii scored 98.28, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 for this hospice.
The hospice reports serving 33 ZIP codes from its Ellijay office, indicating a fairly broad service area across the surrounding region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. As with the Medicare hospice benefit generally, Medicare covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here. Families should contact the hospice directly or consult Care Compare for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassus-North Georgia Ii is Medicare-certified (CCN 111682, since 2009), 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 4-star rating on the CAHPS survey, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it and 88% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 98.28, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 33 ZIP codes from its Ellijay, Georgia office in Gilmer County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 33 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-North Georgia Ii is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, and CMS survey and process measures are a more direct way to compare providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 29, 2009.
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 generally for patients who have decided to focus on comfort rather than pursuing a cure, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means choosing comfort-focused care rather than treatments aimed at curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on medical attention, symptom management, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is delivered; please contact Compassus-North Georgia Ii at (706) 686-5244 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Compassus-North Georgia Ii directly at (706) 686-5244 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which are reported for this hospice above; for other specifics, contact the hospice at (706) 686-5244.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus-North Georgia Ii directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111682?state=GA to see the latest published 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.