Hearth Hospice
Fort Oglethorpe, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111513)
CMS process measure: 96.95 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 58 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 866-9854 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Hearth Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 96.95, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Hearth Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its office in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, in Catoosa County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is covered.
Yes, Hearth Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111513), certified since 1986. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hearth Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice provider located in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, serving families in Catoosa County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 26, 1986, and is classified under CMS as an "Other" ownership type. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hearth Hospice an overall star rating of 3 out of 5. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience as a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Hearth Hospice scored 96.95, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 79.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on published CMS data.
Hearth Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 58 ZIP codes. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not listed here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, which is often due to small patient sample sizes rather than an indication of care quality. Families are encouraged to review the full CMS Care Compare listing directly and to contact the hospice with any questions about services.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hearth Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111513) and has been since June 26, 1986. 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's CAHPS survey data shows Hearth Hospice received an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hearth Hospice's composite process score is 96.95, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95, putting it above the state average according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Hearth Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia office in Catoosa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 58 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies Hearth Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality and survey data reflect actual care experiences regardless of ownership category.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hearth Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 26, 1986, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief and can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is specifically for patients with a life-limiting illness 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 pursuing treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data provided here does not specify care settings for Hearth Hospice; please contact the hospice at (706) 866-9854 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with Hearth Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (706) 866-9854 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 ratings, how quality scores compare to state averages, and the range of ZIP codes served — all of which are reported for Hearth Hospice by CMS; for other specifics, contact the hospice at (706) 866-9854.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Hearth Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111513?state=GA.
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.