Pruitthealth Hospice-Macon
Macon, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111545)
CMS process measure: 96.45 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 64 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (478) 745-9204 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 84% would definitely recommend PruittHealth Hospice-Macon, and its composite process-of-care score of 96.45 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice.
PruittHealth Hospice-Macon serves 64 ZIP codes from its office in Macon, Georgia, in Bibb County.
Yes, PruittHealth Hospice-Macon is Medicare-certified (CCN 111545, since 1995); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
PruittHealth Hospice-Macon is a non-profit hospice serving Macon, Georgia and Bibb County, Medicare-certified since September 14, 1995 (CCN 111545). According to CMS Care Compare data, families who cared for a loved one under this hospice's care reported through the CAHPS Hospice Survey that 84% would definitely recommend the hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice, which can happen for smaller patient volumes; this does not indicate poor quality, only that the figure has not been released.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care practices, PruittHealth Hospice-Macon scored 96.45, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 78.4% of patients received visits in their last days of life, per the most recent published data.
PruittHealth Hospice-Macon serves a broad area, covering 64 ZIP codes from its Macon office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here. All figures in this profile come directly from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent vintage published by CMS. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, PruittHealth Hospice-Macon has been Medicare-certified since September 14, 1995 (CCN 111545), 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, 84% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 96.45, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
PruittHealth Hospice-Macon serves 64 ZIP codes from its office in Macon, Bibb County, Georgia.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 64 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can be a factor families consider, but CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside it rather than in place of it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 14, 1995.
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 life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No, 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 care or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact PruittHealth Hospice-Macon at (478) 745-9204 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 (478) 745-9204 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and the ZIP codes served — all of which are covered in this profile using CMS data; for questions about services and staffing, contact the hospice at (478) 745-9204.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up PruittHealth Hospice-Macon (CCN 111545) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111545?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.