Hospice Of The Golden Isles
Brunswick, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111505)
CMS process measure: 98.36 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (912) 265-4735 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of The Golden Isles has a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 96% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.36 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Hospice Of The Golden Isles serves 32 ZIP codes from its office in Brunswick, Georgia, in Glynn County.
Yes, Hospice Of The Golden Isles is Medicare-certified, with CCN 111505, certified since 1984; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of The Golden Isles is a non-profit hospice based in Brunswick, Georgia, serving families in Glynn County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since March 26, 1984, and carries CCN 111505.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 5-star overall rating. Ninety-six percent said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 93 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Of The Golden Isles scored 98.36, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 67.3% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, based on the available reporting period.
Hospice Of The Golden Isles serves 32 ZIP codes from its Brunswick, Georgia office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most recent reporting period; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of The Golden Isles is Medicare-certified (CCN 111505), certified since March 26, 1984, 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's CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 96% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 93% 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 98.36, above the Georgia state average of 93.95, and CMS lists a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 32 ZIP codes from its office in Brunswick, Georgia, in Glynn County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of The Golden Isles is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can be a factor families consider, but CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 26, 1984.
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 rather than cure for people who are generally expected to have six months or less to live if the illness runs its usual course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Hospice Of The Golden Isles at (912) 265-4735 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; contact Hospice Of The Golden Isles at (912) 265-4735 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and ownership type — all of which are reported here from CMS data; for further specifics, contact the hospice directly at (912) 265-4735.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review current, official details for Hospice Of The Golden Isles at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111505?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.