Hospice Care- A Part Of Tanner
Carrollton, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 111534)
CMS process measure: 83.58 (state average 93.95 — below state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (770) 214-2355 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Care- A Part Of Tanner has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, it scored 83.58, below the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Hospice Care- A Part Of Tanner serves 29 ZIP codes from its Carrollton, Georgia office in Carroll County. Families should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Hospice Care- A Part Of Tanner is Medicare-certified, with CCN 111534, certified since February 4, 1994. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Care- A Part Of Tanner is a non-profit hospice based in Carrollton, Georgia, serving Carroll County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 4, 1994 (CCN 111534).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, this hospice scored 83.58, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 79.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on CMS's published data. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the case for hospices with smaller patient counts and does not necessarily reflect quality.
This hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 29 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Care- A Part Of Tanner is Medicare-certified (CCN 111534) since February 4, 1994, 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, this hospice received an overall 4-star rating from family caregivers, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend it and 88% 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-of-care score is 83.58, compared with a Georgia state average of 93.95, placing it below the state average on this measure, per CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data lists this hospice as serving 29 ZIP codes from its Carrollton, Georgia location in Carroll County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is organized as a non-profit hospice. Ownership type is one factor among several CMS reports; families may also want to review the quality and survey measures listed here.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 4, 1994.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to manage symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for people with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
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 underlying illness; it does not mean giving up medical care or attention, but rather changing its goals.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (770) 214-2355 or verify on Medicare Care Compare to learn where care is provided.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data here does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice directly at (770) 214-2355 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about the caregiver satisfaction survey results, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, what area is served, and how to reach the hospice directly — all of which can be discussed by calling (770) 214-2355.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's published data on this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/111534?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.