Hospice Of South Georgia, Inc.
Jesup, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111574)
CMS process measure: 95.71 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 39 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (912) 588-0080 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of South Georgia holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 96% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.71 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Hospice Of South Georgia serves 39 ZIP codes from its Jesup, Georgia office in Wayne County.
Yes, Hospice Of South Georgia, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 111574, since 1999); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of South Georgia, Inc. is a for-profit hospice based in Jesup, Georgia, serving families in Wayne County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 7, 1999, meaning it has met federal requirements to provide hospice care to Medicare beneficiaries for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star CAHPS rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 96% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91% rated their overall experience with the hospice as a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers recommended care processes, this hospice scored 95.71, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reported a care index score of 10 and noted that 79.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the same published dataset.
This hospice reports serving 39 ZIP codes from its Jesup office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are available here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure was not published for this hospice, that is often due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality — families should consult Care Compare directly for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of South Georgia, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 111574) since July 7, 1999, 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?
CMS Care Compare data shows a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 96% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 91% rating their 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 95.71, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 39 ZIP codes from its Jesup, Georgia location in Wayne County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 39 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures like the CAHPS survey and composite score offer a more direct comparison.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 7, 1999.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who have typically stopped 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 illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Hospice Of South Georgia, Inc. at (912) 588-0080 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; contact Hospice Of South Georgia, Inc. at (912) 588-0080 to learn how to begin care and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to the state average, and areas served — all of which are available for this hospice through CMS Care Compare and by calling (912) 588-0080.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view its official listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111574?state=GA to confirm current 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.