COASTAL HOSPICE OF GEORGIA
Provider Information
- Address
- 106 SHOPPERS WAY, SUITE 111
BRUNSWICK, GA 31525 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 29, 2021
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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) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
5
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 COASTAL HOSPICE OF GEORGIA 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COASTAL HOSPICE OF GEORGIA compares to hospices nationwide.
11.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 43rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
77
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 day11.7 min
Ranks better than about 43% 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 life90.8%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 visits62.2%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months24.6%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 hospice0.8%
Ranks better than about 53% 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)67th 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$17,789 · 49th 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 55.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life55.4%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia31%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease17%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Coastal Hospice of Georgia
Coastal Hospice of Georgia serves the Brunswick area from their office on Shoppers Way. This hospice provides care for patients in Glynn County and the surrounding region. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows they meet specific standards for quality and safety in their daily operations. The team focuses on comfort and support for patients during their end of life care. They have been certified by Medicare since March of 2021. Their small team works to provide care that meets federal guidelines for hospice providers.
About Coastal Hospice of Georgia
This is a freestanding hospice provider with a small staff of five employees. Four of these team members are registered nurses who handle clinical needs. They do not currently use volunteers in their program. The organization is classified under other ownership. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care means an outside group checked their work. These groups look for compliance with state and federal rules. They verify that the provider keeps good medical records and follows correct clinical processes. Families should know that this accreditation is a sign of a commitment to high standards. It is one way providers show they focus on patient outcomes. You can use this information to understand how they operate. Every provider must follow the same Medicare rules to stay in business. This helps ensure that patients get a baseline level of care regardless of the specific provider.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Brunswick?
Hospice care in Brunswick focuses on comfort and quality of life for those with a terminal illness. The team visits patients at home or in care facilities to manage pain and symptoms. They provide medical supplies and equipment needed for comfort. The staff usually includes doctors, nurses, and aides who work together. At Coastal Hospice of Georgia, the team includes four registered nurses who provide direct clinical support. They coordinate with your primary doctor to keep a consistent plan of care. This helps reduce the need for trips to the hospital. Nurses monitor symptoms and teach family members how to assist with daily tasks. It is a team effort. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible in their own environment. They aim to address physical needs while offering emotional support. Most care happens where the patient lives.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice takes time. You should ask specific questions to see if a provider fits your needs. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent problem happens at night. Ask how they handle pain management for complex symptoms. You might also ask how they communicate changes in the patient's condition to the family. It helps to ask how often the nurse will visit each week. Ask if they provide help with spiritual or emotional support. You should also ask about their experience with the specific illness the patient has. These answers help you understand what to expect. Write down the answers you get. It makes comparing your options much easier later. Do not feel rushed to pick a provider. Take your time to get the facts you need for your family.
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