AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2945 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30909 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 28, 2014
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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) | 3 |
| Physicians | 0 |
8
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 AFFINIS 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
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
11.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 46th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
29
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 day11.9 min
Ranks better than about 46% 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 weekends4.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 life81.7%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 visits62.9%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care4.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 months26.1%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 hospice4.3%
Ranks better than about 14% 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$18,535 · 53rd 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 44.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life44.6%
- All care steps completed97.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia29%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC
AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC serves families in Augusta, Georgia. This freestanding hospice provider offers end of life care for those in need. They have been certified by Medicare since August 28, 2014. That is a decade of service in your local community. Finding the right care is a big step for any family. You want a team that knows how to help. This provider works out of their office on Walton Way. They focus on meeting the needs of patients in Richmond County every single day. The team is small but dedicated to their mission.
Provider Background
This hospice operates as a for profit organization. Being a for profit provider means they answer to shareholders while meeting federal standards. They have held Medicare certification for ten years now. That is a long history of meeting government rules for patient safety. What should families know about this? It means they follow strict federal guidelines to keep their license active. They currently employ 8 staff members to manage their daily operations. This includes 3 registered nurses who provide medical support for patients. They do not have a physician on staff. This is common for many smaller hospice agencies. You should ask how they coordinate with your own doctor. Good communication is the key to getting great care for your loved one.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Augusta
Hospice care in Augusta focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It is about making each day count for the patient. The team visits the patient wherever they call home. This could be a private house or a care facility. Staff members work together to manage pain and symptoms. With 3 registered nurses on the team at AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC, they provide steady medical oversight. But hospice is about more than just medicine. It is about supporting the whole family during a hard time. The goal is to bring peace to the home. You deserve a team that listens to your concerns. They should be ready to answer your questions at any hour. That is the standard you should expect from any hospice provider you choose to work with.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider feels heavy. Here are a few simple questions to help you decide. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You need to know that help is nearby when things change. Second, ask how they handle pain management at night or on the weekends. Clear answers matter here. Third, ask how they involve your family in the care plan. You should be part of the conversation. Finally, ask what kind of support they offer to family caregivers. Caring for a loved one is a huge job. You need a partner who supports you too. Do not be afraid to ask these questions to every provider you interview. It is your right to know how they will care for your family member.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Your loved one has a life full of memories that deserve to be kept safe for future generations to cherish and learn from.
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