Homespun Hospice, Llc
Calhoun, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111786)
CMS process measure: 12.39 (state average 93.95 — below state average)
Serves: 37 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (678) 986-7746 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Homespun Hospice received a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. However, its CMS composite process measure of 12.39 is below the Georgia state average of 93.95, so it's worth asking the hospice about this directly.
Homespun Hospice serves 37 ZIP codes from its Calhoun, Georgia office in Gordon County. Families outside this immediate area should contact the hospice to confirm whether their location is included.
Yes, Homespun Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 111786), certified since March 16, 2017. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Homespun Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice agency based in Calhoun, Georgia, serving families in Gordon County and surrounding areas. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 16, 2017, meaning it meets federal conditions of participation for hospice care.
According to CMS Care Compare data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Homespun Hospice received an overall star rating of 5 stars. Family caregivers who responded reported that 89% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated the hospice's overall care a 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences of surveyed caregivers, not a guarantee of any individual family's experience.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were delivered, Homespun Hospice scored 12.39, which is below the Georgia state average of 93.95. A related care index score of 9 was also reported, and CMS data show that 41.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life. Families are encouraged to review these measures alongside the CAHPS results and to ask the hospice directly about them.
Homespun Hospice reports serving 37 ZIP codes from its Calhoun office. Medicare's hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families should confirm current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Homespun Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified under CCN 111786, effective March 16, 2017, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives Homespun Hospice a 5-star rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating overall care 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure is 12.39, which is below the Georgia state average of 93.95; CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 41.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Homespun Hospice serves 37 ZIP codes from its office in Calhoun, Georgia, in Gordon County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 37 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Homespun Hospice is a for-profit agency; ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own, so it's best reviewed alongside the CAHPS and quality measure data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 16, 2017.
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 patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have 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 giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the available CMS data; please contact Homespun Hospice at (678) 986-7746 to ask about where they provide care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the intake process; contact Homespun Hospice directly at (678) 986-7746 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how quality measures compare to the state average, staffing, and how care is coordinated, and confirm answers directly with the hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Homespun Hospice, LLC (CCN 111786) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111786?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.