Pruitthealth Hospice-Cordele
Cordele, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111578)
CMS process measure: 99.31 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 69 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (229) 271-0300 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.31, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele serves 69 ZIP codes from its office in Cordele, Georgia, in Crisp County.
Yes, PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele is Medicare-certified (CCN 111578, since 1999); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele is a for-profit hospice agency based in Cordele, Georgia, in Crisp County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 12, 1999.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. In that same survey, 87% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 99.31, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 70.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the published data.
PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 69 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele is Medicare-certified (CCN 111578) since November 12, 1999, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients a doctor certifies as eligible.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received a 4-star rating, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% 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 99.31, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 69 ZIP codes from its Cordele, Georgia location in Crisp County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 69 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is reported by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 12, 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 is generally for patients who have decided to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 patients stop receiving medical attention and 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-Cordele at (229) 271-0300 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele at (229) 271-0300 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what areas it serves, and how care is coordinated; contact PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele at (229) 271-0300 for specifics not covered by published data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up PruittHealth Hospice-Cordele directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111578?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.