Pruitthealth Hospice-Gainesville
Gainesville, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111579)
CMS process measure: 94.59 (state average 93.95 — at state average)
Serves: 70 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (770) 297-1970 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville received a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 86% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 94.59 is about at the Georgia state average of 93.95.
PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville serves 70 ZIP codes from its Gainesville, Georgia office in Hall County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville is Medicare-certified (CCN 111579, since 1999). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville is a for-profit hospice located in Gainesville, Georgia, serving Hall County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 1, 1999.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville received a 4-star rating. Among family caregivers surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who received care through this hospice, as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville scored 94.59, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — putting it at the state average. CMS has not published every possible quality measure for every hospice; where data is limited, this is often due to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality.
PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville reports serving 70 ZIP codes from its Gainesville office, reflecting a broad service area in the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and are current as of the most recent published CMS vintage. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville is Medicare-certified (CCN 111579), certified since December 1999. 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, this hospice received a 4-star rating, with 86% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% 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 94.59, compared to Georgia's state average of 93.95, placing it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville reports serving 70 ZIP codes from its office in Gainesville, Hall County, Georgia.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 70 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are better indicators of the care families reported receiving.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 1, 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 for patients who have decided to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, 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 to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care, but rather changing its goal.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify the settings offered by this hospice; contact PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville at (770) 297-1970 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; contact PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville at (770) 297-1970 to learn how to begin care and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about services offered, staffing, coverage area, and family caregiver satisfaction; contact PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville at (770) 297-1970 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up PruittHealth Hospice-Gainesville directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111579?state=GA to review its current CMS ratings and information.
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.