Georgia Hospice Care
Augusta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111738)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 46 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (800) 932-2738 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Georgia Hospice Care received a 3-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 83% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Georgia Hospice Care serves 46 ZIP codes from its Augusta, Georgia office in Columbia County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is covered.
Yes, Georgia Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 111738, since 2013). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Georgia Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice provider based in Augusta, Georgia, serving families in Columbia County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 20, 2013.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Georgia Hospice Care received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among family caregivers surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Georgia Hospice Care scored 100.00, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and indicates that 75.4% of patients had visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the data provided.
Georgia Hospice Care's service area, as reflected in this listing, spans 46 ZIP codes.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS may not have published it for this hospice, often because of small patient counts, and this should not be read as a sign of poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are included here, and families should confirm specifics directly with the hospice or via Medicare.gov.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Georgia Hospice Care?
Yes, Georgia Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 111738), certified since June 20, 2013. 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Georgia Hospice Care received a 3-star rating, with 83% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% 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 100.00, which CMS marks as above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to this listing, Georgia Hospice Care serves 46 ZIP codes from its Augusta, Georgia office in Columbia County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 46 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Georgia Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but CMS reports quality measures like CAHPS scores separately so families can compare providers regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Georgia Hospice Care has been Medicare-certified since June 20, 2013.
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 with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 all care, and patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Georgia Hospice Care provides services; please contact the hospice at (800) 932-2738 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Georgia Hospice Care directly at (800) 932-2738 for that information.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, service area, staff availability, and how the hospice supports patients and families; contact Georgia Hospice Care at (800) 932-2738 to ask these questions directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Georgia Hospice Care using CCN 111738 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111738?state=GA to review its 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.