GEORGIA HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1101 FOUNTAIN PARK CR
BRUNSWICK, GA 31520 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 2, 2018
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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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 3 |
| Volunteers | 18 |
30
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 GEORGIA HOSPICE CARE 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 GEORGIA HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
18.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 92nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
84
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 day18.6 min
Ranks better than about 92% 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 weekends5.2%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 life96.5%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 visits18.3%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 care5.5%
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 months46.8%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 care11%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 hospice1.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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$20,523 · 63rd 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 73.1% 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 life73.1%
- 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.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia36%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Brunswick
Georgia Hospice Care provides end-of-life support for patients and families in Brunswick, Georgia. They operate out of their office on Fountain Park Circle in Glynn County. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity for those facing a life-limiting illness. They offer a range of services designed to manage symptoms while supporting the emotional needs of your loved ones. Choosing the right care is a heavy task, but having a local team can make a real difference. They work to ensure that patients stay comfortable in their own homes whenever possible. It is all about providing peace of mind during a very difficult time. Their staff is trained to help you understand the options so you can focus on spending quality time together.
About Georgia Hospice Care
Georgia Hospice Care is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since October 2018. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal standards for safety and care quality. Most families look for this certification because it ensures a baseline level of professional oversight. The thing is, not all providers are the same. This team has earned an impressive 5 out of 5 stars for their overall performance. They also received 5 out of 5 stars for their quality of care based on the CMS Hospice Care Index. That is a big deal in the medical world. They also hold a 4 out of 5 star rating from the CAHPS survey, which measures how patients feel about their experience. These numbers show they take their mission seriously.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Brunswick
Finding the right help in Glynn County matters. Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about shifting the focus to comfort and quality of life. When a cure is no longer the main goal, hospice teams step in to manage pain and other symptoms. They provide a team approach. This includes nurses, doctors, aides, and social workers who all work together. Most care happens in your own home, but some providers also partner with facilities. The goal is to keep the patient safe and comfortable. Families often find that having a professional team helps reduce the stress of daily caregiving. You do not have to carry this burden alone. Local providers like this one are there to walk the path with you every step of the way.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an emergency at night or on the weekend. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Ask how they handle pain management and what their philosophy is on keeping patients comfortable. It is also smart to ask about the frequency of nurse visits. Will you see the same team members regularly? Building a relationship with the staff makes a huge difference. Finally, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief support is a key part of the hospice benefit. Taking the time to ask these questions will help you feel more confident in your choice for your loved one.
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