ACG HOSPICE - ANDALUSIA
Provider Information
- Address
- 106 HILCREST DR
ANDALUSIA, AL 36420 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 16, 2011
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
11
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what ACG HOSPICE - ANDALUSIA reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ACG HOSPICE - ANDALUSIA compares to hospices nationwide.
6
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 5 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 95.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening95.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed95.7%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About ACG Hospice in Andalusia
ACG Hospice serves families in Andalusia, Alabama, and the surrounding Covington County area. This provider offers end of life care to help patients stay comfortable during their final months. They have been certified by Medicare since June 16, 2011. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for your family. You want a team that listens well and acts with kindness. That is the goal of hospice care in your own community.
About ACG Hospice - Andalusia
This is a for profit hospice provider. They have been part of the Medicare system for over a decade. For profit status means the company is run as a business, but they must still follow strict federal rules for patient care. Being Medicare certified is a big deal. It means they meet national standards for the care they provide to patients. You should always check if a provider fits your specific needs. What matters most is how they treat your loved one every single day. Talk to them about their staff and how they handle pain management. Getting your questions answered early can bring a sense of peace to your entire family.
Quality Ratings Note
Understanding Hospice Care in Andalusia
Hospice care focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical support directly to a patient home. For this location, the team includes 11 employees. This group features 3 registered nurses who help manage symptoms and patient needs. The data shows they currently have no doctors or volunteers on their reported staff list. That is a fact worth considering when you compare local options. Most hospice teams work together to support the whole family during a hard time. They aim to reduce pain and help the patient live their final days with dignity. It is a quiet but strong way to offer support.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a personal choice. You should feel comfortable with the people entering your home. Here are a few simple questions to get you started. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how they help family members manage their own stress and grief. Third, ask who will be the main contact person for your family. And finally, ask how they handle changes in the patient condition over time. Do not feel rushed to pick the first one you find. Take your time to find the right fit for your loved one.
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