Hospice Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111508)
CMS process measure: 95.02 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 150 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (404) 869-3060 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Hospice Atlanta 3 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, Hospice Atlanta scored 95.02, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Hospice Atlanta serves 150 ZIP codes from its Atlanta, Georgia office, located in Fulton County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Hospice Atlanta is Medicare-certified (CCN 111508), certified since 1983. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Atlanta is a non-profit hospice serving Atlanta, Georgia, and the surrounding area from its Fulton County office. It has been Medicare-certified since December 15, 1983, meaning it has provided hospice services to Medicare beneficiaries for four decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hospice Atlanta an overall rating of 3 stars. In that same survey, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Hospice Atlanta scored 95.02, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 57.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the published data.
Hospice Atlanta reports serving 150 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad service area centered on its Atlanta office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to contact Hospice Atlanta directly and to review the listing on Medicare Care Compare for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Hospice Atlanta?
Yes. Hospice Atlanta is Medicare-certified (CCN 111508) and has been since December 15, 1983. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, family caregivers gave Hospice Atlanta an overall rating of 3 stars, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hospice Atlanta's CMS composite process score is 95.02, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 57.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Atlanta reports serving 150 ZIP codes from its Atlanta, Fulton County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 150 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Atlanta is organized as a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can affect financial structure, but CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are the more direct way to compare care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice Atlanta has been Medicare-certified since December 15, 1983.
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 typically for people who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort in the final phase of life.
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 care, support, or symptom treatment.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for Hospice Atlanta; please contact the hospice at (404) 869-3060 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 Hospice Atlanta directly at (404) 869-3060 to learn 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 compared to the state average, the service area, and how the hospice supports families day to day — contact Hospice Atlanta at (404) 869-3060 for specifics beyond published CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Hospice Atlanta's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111508?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.