Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia
Atlanta, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111553)
CMS process measure: 96.25 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 171 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (404) 843-6500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia has a 2-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 68% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On the CMS composite process measure, it scored 96.25, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia serves 171 ZIP codes from its Atlanta, Georgia office in Fulton County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia is Medicare-certified (CCN 111553, since 1996). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia is a for-profit hospice based in Atlanta, Georgia, serving families in Fulton County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since December 18, 1996.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 2-star rating. Among respondents, 68% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 73% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by surveyed caregivers and are published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivers recommended care processes, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia scored 96.25, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 for this hospice, and notes that 45.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia's service area, as listed with CMS, spans 171 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are included here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published survey and quality-measure vintage available.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia is Medicare-certified (CCN 111553) and has been since December 18, 1996. 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?
According to CMS Care Compare, this hospice has a 2-star CAHPS rating, with 68% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 73% 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 96.25, compared to a Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it above the state average according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare lists this hospice as serving 171 ZIP codes from its Atlanta, Georgia office in Fulton County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 171 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS publishes ownership status alongside quality measures so families can consider both.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 18, 1996.
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 chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort near the end of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, attention, or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia at (404) 843-6500 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 (404) 843-6500 for guidance.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how care needs are met; you can review these details on Medicare Care Compare and confirm specifics by calling (404) 843-6500.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Georgia directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111553?state=GA to review its current CMS-published 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.