Medical Services Of America Hospice
Augusta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111626)
CMS process measure: 87.05 (state average 93.95 — below state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 447-2626 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families surveyed by CMS reported that 70% would definitely recommend Medical Services Of America Hospice, and 74% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 87.05, below the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Medical Services Of America Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Augusta, Georgia office in Richmond County.
Yes, Medical Services Of America Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 111626, certified since December 14, 2005; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Medical Services Of America Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Augusta, Georgia, serving Richmond County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 14, 2005, and operates under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 111626.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 70% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 74% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating figure in this data set.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, this hospice scored 87.05, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it below the state average on this measure. A related care index score of 10 and a visits-in-the-last-days-of-life percentage of 74.4% are also reported by CMS, though families should review these alongside the full Care Compare listing for context, as small sample sizes can affect reported figures.
This hospice reports serving 29 ZIP codes from its Augusta office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Medical Services Of America Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111626) since December 14, 2005, 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, 70% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 74% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process-of-care score is 87.05, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its office in Augusta, Georgia, in Richmond County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Medical Services Of America Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type is one factor among many, and families may want to consider it alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 14, 2005.
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 people who have a life-limiting illness and are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Hospice does not mean giving up care — it shifts the focus from curing an illness to comfort, dignity, and quality of life for the patient and support for their family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; please contact the hospice at (706) 447-2626 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 the hospice directly at (706) 447-2626 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores compared to the state average, and the ZIP codes served — all of which are available for this hospice through CMS Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Medical Services Of America Hospice (CCN 111626) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111626?state=GA to confirm current 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.