Longleaf Hospice, Llc
Atlanta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111680)
CMS process measure: 95.55 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 133 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (770) 939-9179 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Longleaf Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.55 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Longleaf Hospice serves 133 ZIP codes from its Atlanta, Georgia office in Dekalb County.
Yes, Longleaf Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 111680, certified since September 23, 2009); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Longleaf Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Atlanta, Georgia, serving Dekalb County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since September 23, 2009 (CCN 111680).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Longleaf Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Longleaf Hospice scored 95.55, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice and notes that 59.5% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent CMS data available.
Longleaf Hospice reports serving 133 ZIP codes from its Atlanta office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small numbers of surveyed patients rather than an indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Longleaf Hospice, LLC has been Medicare-certified since September 23, 2009 (CCN 111680), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Longleaf Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Longleaf Hospice's CMS composite process score is 95.55, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95; CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 59.5% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Longleaf Hospice serves 133 ZIP codes from its Atlanta, Georgia office in Dekalb County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 133 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Longleaf Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it alongside performance measures for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Longleaf Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 23, 2009.
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 and is typically for patients with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its usual course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean abandoning medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Longleaf Hospice at (770) 939-9179 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Longleaf Hospice at (770) 939-9179 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 staff availability; you can review CMS Care Compare data and also contact Longleaf Hospice at (770) 939-9179 directly for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Longleaf Hospice, LLC (CCN 111680) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111680?state=GA to confirm 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.