TRINITY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 4106 COLUMBIA ROAD, SUITE 201
MARTINEZ, GA 30907 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 15, 1987
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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) | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
17
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 TRINITY HOSPICE 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 TRINITY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
13.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 64th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
81
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 day13.6 min
Ranks better than about 64% 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 weekends6.7%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 life92.5%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 visits51.7%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care4.7%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 months30.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care7.9%
Ranks better than about 46% 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%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$16,278 · 40th 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 75.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life75.3%
- All care steps completed99.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease30%
- 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.
Support for Your Loved One
Trinity Hospice serves the Martinez, Georgia community from their office on Columbia Road. They offer specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and peace. Choosing the right team during this time is a heavy task. You want experts who truly listen. Trinity Hospice provides clinical support and emotional care to families across Columbia County. They help patients stay comfortable in their own homes or care facilities. Having a local team nearby can make a big difference when urgent needs arise. It helps to know help is just a short drive away. Their goal is to make every day count for those they serve. They focus on the person, not just the illness.
About TRINITY HOSPICE
Trinity Hospice is a for-profit provider that has served this area for a long time. They have been Medicare certified since July 15, 1987. That is nearly four decades of experience in hospice care. What does that mean for you? It means they have deep roots in the local medical community. They have seen many changes in healthcare over the years. But their core mission remains the same. Families should know that being for-profit does not change their commitment to quality care. They still follow strict federal rules to keep their certification. You can check their history with Medicare to see how they have performed over time. It is a good idea to ask them about their team members. Find out who will be visiting your home. Clear communication is the key to a good hospice partnership.
High Quality Care Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in MARTINEZ
Hospice is about living well until the very end. Many people wait too long to start these services. The truth is, hospice can start as soon as a doctor says life expectancy is six months or less. In Martinez and the wider Columbia County area, families have access to several skilled providers. But not all are the same. Some focus more on home-based care. Others might have stronger ties to local nursing homes. The thing is, hospice is not a place you go. It is a service that comes to you. It brings nurses, aides, and social workers to your doorstep. They work together to ease pain and stress. This allows you to focus on being a family member again. You stop being the primary nurse and start being a daughter, son, or spouse again.
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 a crisis at night. You need to know if a nurse is available 24/7. Ask how they handle pain management specifically. Do they have a doctor who specializes in comfort care? It is also wise to ask about their volunteers. Volunteers can offer companionship that a nurse cannot. Finally, ask what happens if your loved one's needs change suddenly. Will they need to move to a different facility? You want a team that stays with you through every step of the journey. Take notes during your talk. Trust your gut feeling about the answers they provide. If you do not feel heard, keep looking until you find a better fit.
Keep Their Stories Alive
This time is hard, but it is also a chance to capture the memories and wisdom that matter most. We can help you record the life stories and lessons of your loved one so they are never lost.
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