PIEDMONT HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1031 CAMBRIDGE SQUARE, SUITE G
ALPHARETTA, GA 30009 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 18, 2023
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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.
CMS scores as of May 2026. 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) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
6
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 PIEDMONT HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE, INC 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 2023.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how PIEDMONT HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
5.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 2nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
27
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day5.2 min
Ranks better than about 2% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends7.3%
Ranks better than about 42% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life77.3%
Ranks better than about 11% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits95%
Ranks better than about 2% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care5.4%
Ranks better than about 57% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months13.5%
Ranks better than about 93% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care1.4%
Ranks better than about 80% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice4.1%
Ranks better than about 16% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)52nd percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$15,603 · 37th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 90% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening93.3%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening95%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed96.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.3%
- All care steps completed90%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer11%
- Dementia18%
- Heart and circulatory disease34%
- Stroke13%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Piedmont Hospice & Palliative, Inc.
Piedmont Hospice & Palliative, Inc. provides supportive end-of-life care in Alpharetta, Georgia. The team serves families across Fulton County from their office on Cambridge Square. Their goal is to focus on comfort and quality of life when curative treatments are no longer the priority. This provider works to manage pain and symptoms while supporting the emotional needs of those they serve. Choosing a local team means your loved one gets care from people who know the area well. That matters when you need a quick response. Their staff aims to help families find peace during a very difficult time. It is a dedicated approach to a sensitive phase of life.
About Piedmont Hospice & Palliative, Inc.
Piedmont Hospice & Palliative, Inc. is a for-profit provider that received its Medicare certification on May 18, 2023. This is a relatively new provider in the state, but they have already established a clear footprint in the local community. For-profit status means they are accountable to specific operational standards required by Medicare. Families should know that all Medicare-certified hospices must follow strict federal rules for care delivery. These rules cover everything from nursing visits to spiritual support and grief counseling. The thing is, you should always check if their specific services match your family's unique needs. Ask about their staff-to-patient ratio or how they handle weekend visits. Getting these details early helps you make an informed choice. It gives you a sense of control when everything else feels uncertain.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Alpharetta
Hospice is not a place you go to die. It is a service that comes to where you live. In Alpharetta, families often choose to have care brought directly to their homes. This allows patients to stay in their own beds surrounded by familiar things. But hospice also works in nursing homes or assisted living facilities if that is where the patient resides. The main goal is to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free. Nurses, social workers, and aides visit regularly to check on the patient and support the family caregivers. Most people do not realize that hospice also includes help for the family after a loss. It is a full circle of support. And because you have several providers to pick from in Fulton County, you can find the one that fits your family's values best.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice is a big step. You should feel comfortable with the people entering your home. Here are a few questions that can help you decide. First, ask who will be on call at night and on weekends. You need to know that help is just a phone call away at all times. Second, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. That is a vital detail for your peace of mind. Third, ask how they handle medication changes or pain management. You want to know they are proactive, not reactive. Lastly, ask how they involve the family in the plan of care. You are the expert on your loved one, so your voice should always be heard. Listen to your gut feeling during these talks. It rarely steers you wrong.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Your loved one has a lifetime of wisdom and memories to share. Capture their unique voice and stories today so they can be cherished by your family for generations to come.
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