LONGLEAF HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2310 PARKLAKE DRIVE SUITE 325
ATLANTA, GA 30345 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 23, 2009
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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) | 43 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Physicians | 4 |
90
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 LONGLEAF HOSPICE, LLC 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LONGLEAF HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
12.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 52nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
207
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 day12.4 min
Ranks better than about 52% 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 weekends6.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 life93.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 visits45.6%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 care10.4%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 months31.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care15.2%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 hospice0.5%
Ranks better than about 54% 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)81st 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$17,945 · 50th 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 59.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening95.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life59.5%
- All care steps completed95.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia28%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Longleaf Hospice, LLC
Longleaf Hospice, LLC provides end of life care for patients in Atlanta, Georgia. This freestanding hospice team helps families manage comfort and quality of life. They have served the community since September 2009. That is a long time to build trust. Choosing the right support is a big decision for any family. You want experts who know how to manage pain and provide emotional support during hard times. This provider offers care centered on the patient and their loved ones. They work hard to meet high standards set by federal programs. Their team focuses on making every day count. If you need care in the DeKalb area, this office is a local option to consider. They aim to bring peace and relief to homes across the region.
About the Provider
Longleaf Hospice, LLC operates as a freestanding hospice provider. They are not tied to a hospital or a nursing home. This means they focus entirely on hospice care. They have been certified by Medicare since 2009. That is over a decade of service to the Atlanta area. Families should know that ownership type can change how a group manages its day to day tasks. You should always ask how their structure helps them serve you better. They have a team of 90 total employees. This includes 43 registered nurses and 7 licensed practical nurses. They also have 4 physicians on staff to help oversee medical care. Having a large nursing staff is a good sign for any hospice. It means there are more eyes on your loved one. That is a big deal when symptoms change fast.
Understanding Hospice Care in Atlanta
Hospice care in Atlanta works to keep patients comfortable at home. Many people think hospice is just for the final days. But the truth is that hospice can help for months if needed. The team at Longleaf Hospice uses 43 registered nurses to help manage pain. They also use 7 licensed practical nurses for daily tasks. This large team helps ensure someone is always ready to listen. What most people do not realize is that hospice is about living well. It is about managing symptoms so you can spend time with those you love. The staff also provides emotional help for the whole family. You are not alone in this. The team in DeKalb County is trained to handle the hard parts of caregiving. They take the load off your shoulders so you can just be a family member again.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask questions before you sign up for care. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how the team will help with medication management. It is smart to ask how often the nurse will visit your home. Another good question is how they handle spiritual or emotional needs for the family. Do they offer help for grief after a loss? That is a very common need. You should feel comfortable with the answers they give you. If you feel rushed, that is a red flag. Take your time to find the right fit for your loved one. It is your choice to make. You deserve to feel confident in the team you pick for your family.
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