Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta
Augusta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111580)
CMS process measure: 94.51 (state average 93.95 — at state average)
Serves: 27 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 650-1522 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 85% would definitely recommend Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta, and 82% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. Its composite process score of 94.51 is at the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta serves 27 ZIP codes from its Augusta, Georgia office in Richmond County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta is Medicare-certified (CCN 111580, certified since 1999); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta is a for-profit hospice serving patients and families in and around Augusta, Georgia, in Richmond County. It has been Medicare-certified since December 21, 1999 (CCN 111580).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers reported that 85% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta scored 94.51, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95 — CMS characterizes this as at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 71.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the most recent published Care Compare data.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 27 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies a terminal prognosis; this listing does not include cost information beyond that basic fact.
All figures above 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 patient counts rather than an indication of quality one way or another. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta is Medicare-certified (CCN 111580) and has been since December 21, 1999. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies a terminal prognosis.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In CMS's CAHPS survey, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 94.51, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95 — CMS reports this as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 27 ZIP codes from its Augusta, Georgia office in Richmond County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 27 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type alone doesn't determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 21, 1999.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a terminal prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the 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 Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta at (706) 650-1522 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
For information on starting care, contact Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta directly at (706) 650-1522 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which are available for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Pruitthealth Hospice-Augusta (CCN 111580) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111580?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.