Lighthouse Community Hospice, The
Mcdonough, GA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 851528)
CMS process measure: 96.25 (state average 93.95 — above state average)
Serves: 43 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (678) 759-1960 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS gave Lighthouse Community Hospice strong marks, with 96% saying they would definitely recommend it and 91% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 96.25, above the Georgia state average of 93.95.
Lighthouse Community Hospice serves 43 ZIP codes from its Mcdonough, Georgia office in Henry County, according to CMS data.
Yes, Lighthouse Community Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 851528, since 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
The Lighthouse Community Hospice, in Mcdonough, Georgia (Henry County), is a for-profit hospice that has been Medicare-certified since June 17, 2020, according to CMS Care Compare data.
CMS's CAHPS family caregiver survey data shows that 96% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure separate from these percentages in the data provided here, though the recommendation and rating figures speak to strong caregiver experience.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, this hospice scored 96.25, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes. Additional CMS data shows a care index score of 10 and that 70.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a period CMS tracks closely because of its clinical importance.
This hospice serves a broad area, covering 43 ZIP codes from its Mcdonough, Georgia office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to review the current data directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any specific questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Lighthouse Community Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 17, 2020 (CCN 851528), 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 CMS's CAHPS survey, 96% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated it 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, which is above the Georgia state average of 93.95, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 43 ZIP codes from its Mcdonough, Georgia office in Henry 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?
Lighthouse Community Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 17, 2020.
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 for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 on care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (678) 759-1960 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact the hospice at (678) 759-1960 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance compared to state averages, service area, and how to begin care — for specifics about this hospice, contact them at (678) 759-1960.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lighthouse Community Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/851528?state=GA to confirm current figures.
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.