Southeast Hospice
Martinez, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111769)
CMS process measure: 98.54 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (706) 364-3108 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Southeast Hospice has earned a 5-star CAHPS family-caregiver rating, with 95% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.54 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Southeast Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Martinez, Georgia office in Richmond County, according to CMS service-area data.
Yes, Southeast Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111769, since October 30, 2015). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Southeast Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving the Martinez, Georgia area, including Richmond County, and has been Medicare-certified since October 30, 2015 (CCN 111769).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Southeast Hospice an overall rating of 5 stars. Ninety-five percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Southeast Hospice scored 98.54, compared with the Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 88.0% of patients had visits in the last days of life recorded per CMS data.
Southeast Hospice's office reports serving 23 ZIP codes in its area, based on CMS service-area data.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families should verify current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare, since CMS updates these figures periodically and some measures may not be published for hospices with small patient counts, which does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Southeast Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 111769) as of October 30, 2015, 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 Hospice Survey, Southeast Hospice received a 5-star rating, with 95% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 91% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Southeast Hospice's composite process score is 98.54, above the Georgia state average of 93.95, and CMS reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Southeast Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Martinez, Georgia office in Richmond County, per CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Southeast Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor among several, and CMS quality data can be reviewed alongside it when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Southeast Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 30, 2015.
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 those who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates 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 illness; it does not mean no care is given, but rather a different kind of care centered on symptom relief and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for Southeast Hospice; please contact the hospice at (706) 364-3108 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data available does not describe the enrollment process; contact Southeast Hospice directly at (706) 364-3108 to learn how to begin care and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how care needs would be met; Southeast Hospice's CMS-reported scores can be reviewed at the link below, and remaining questions can be directed to the hospice at (706) 364-3108.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Southeast Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111769?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.