Eternal Faith Hospice And Palliative Care
Chula, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 851504)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 43 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (229) 520-3052 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 93% would definitely recommend Eternal Faith Hospice, and 89% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 100.00, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Eternal Faith Hospice And Palliative Care serves 43 ZIP codes from its Chula, Georgia office in Tift County.
Yes, Eternal Faith Hospice And Palliative Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 851504, since 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Eternal Faith Hospice And Palliative Care is a for-profit hospice based in Chula, Georgia, serving families in Tift County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 2018, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 851504.
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, 93% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% rated their overall experience of care a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice; this may reflect a small number of surveyed patients rather than any quality concern.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Eternal Faith Hospice scored 100.00, compared with the Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 65.5% of patients, based on the most recent published Care Compare data.
The hospice's service area, as listed with CMS, covers 43 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Chula office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's own reporting vintage and updates. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Eternal Faith Hospice And Palliative Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 851504) since November 27, 2018, 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, 93% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% rated their overall care experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95, putting it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 43 ZIP codes from its Chula, Georgia office in Tift County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 43 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results offer a more direct picture of family experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 2018.
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 chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor has certified a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; patients can still receive care for other conditions, and can leave hospice if their needs or wishes change.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The specific settings offered are not listed in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (229) 520-3052 or 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 at (229) 520-3052 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, how the hospice compares to state averages on CMS quality measures, service area coverage, and what services are available — contact the hospice at (229) 520-3052 for specifics beyond what CMS publishes.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Eternal Faith Hospice And Palliative Care (CCN 851504) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/851504?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.