AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2945 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30909 - Ownership Type
- Non-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 August 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 treatment98.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life44.6%
- All care steps completed98.3%
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. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Affinis Hospice in Augusta
Affinis Hospice provides end of life care for patients in Augusta, Georgia. This freestanding hospice team serves the community from their location on Walton Way in Richmond County. They have offered these services since August 2014. The team focuses on comfort and support for patients who are facing a life limiting illness. They work to manage pain and symptoms so families can focus on their time together. This provider holds a non-profit status. They maintain a small team of professionals to deliver care to those in need. Choosing a hospice provider is a major step. Getting clear facts about their history and their care standards helps families make a smart choice for their loved ones. This provider remains dedicated to the local community through their established hospice services.
About AFFINIS HOSPICE, LLC
This hospice operates as a non-profit organization. Non-profit hospices often reinvest their earnings back into patient care and community programs. They have been certified by Medicare since 2014. This means they meet federal rules for quality and safety. CMS monitors these standards to keep care consistent for every patient. The staff includes eight total employees who work to support families. This group features three registered nurses. Registered nurses provide skilled care and track changes in a patient's health. They do not have physicians on staff directly. Instead, they likely work with a patient's primary doctor to manage medical needs. Families should know that this structure is common for smaller, freestanding hospice agencies. Every hospice must follow strict rules to keep their certification active. You should feel comfortable asking about how they coordinate with your own doctors during the initial planning process.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in AUGUSTA?
Hospice care in Augusta follows a team approach to manage a patient's health at home. The goal is to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free. A team usually includes nurses, social workers, and aides who visit the patient. At Affinis Hospice, the team size is eight people. This small team size allows for close communication between staff and the family. Nurses are the primary medical eyes for the care plan. They check on symptoms and adjust medicines as needed. Because they are a smaller provider, the staff may offer a more personal touch for local families. Most hospice care happens where the patient lives. This could be a house, an apartment, or a residential facility. The team coordinates all supplies and equipment needed for care. That is how they make daily life easier for everyone involved in the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel confident before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how the team handles pain management after hours. You want to know who answers the phone at night or on weekends. Ask how many patients each nurse sees in a typical week. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one. Ask about their plan for emergencies. Find out how they coordinate with your current doctors. It is helpful to ask if they have experience with your specific health needs. Do not be afraid to ask these questions during your first meeting. A good provider will listen and give you clear answers. They should treat your questions with respect. You are the one who knows your family best. Their job is to support that bond through clear communication and steady, reliable care.
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