Georgia Hospice Care
Gainesville, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111736)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 40 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (800) 932-2738 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS gave Georgia Hospice Care strong marks: 96% said they would definitely recommend it, and 97% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Georgia Hospice Care serves 40 ZIP codes from its Gainesville, GA office in Hall County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within the service area.
Yes, Georgia Hospice Care is Medicare-certified, with CCN 111736, certified since March 28, 2013. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Georgia Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice serving families in and around Gainesville, Georgia, in Hall County. It has been Medicare-certified since March 28, 2013 (CCN 111736), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported high satisfaction: 96% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 97% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice, which often happens when the number of surveyed families is small; this omission does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Georgia Hospice Care scored 100.00, compared to the Georgia state average of 93.95 — above the state average. CMS also reports that 86.7% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, and a care index score of 8.
Georgia Hospice Care's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 40 ZIP codes surrounding its Gainesville office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Georgia Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 111736) since March 28, 2013, 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, 96% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Georgia Hospice Care, and 97% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall star rating for this hospice, which often reflects a small number of surveyed families rather than a quality concern.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, above the Georgia state average of 93.95. CMS also reports 86.7% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, and a care index score of 8.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Georgia Hospice Care serves 40 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 40 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Georgia Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality and survey data can help you compare hospices regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 28, 2013.
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 with a life-limiting illness who have stopped seeking curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on medical attention, symptom management, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Georgia Hospice Care; contact the hospice at (800) 932-2738 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 Georgia Hospice Care at (800) 932-2738 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what area it serves, and how long it has been certified — all of which are covered above for Georgia Hospice Care.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Georgia Hospice Care (CCN 111736) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111736?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.