ADORATION HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2010 AVALON PARKWAY, SUITE 200
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 6, 2002
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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) | 28 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 35 |
93
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 ADORATION HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ADORATION HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 84th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
95
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 day16.4 min
Ranks better than about 84% 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 weekends9.1%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 life94.8%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 visits46.7%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care13.6%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 months28.8%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 care13.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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)87th 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$14,996 · 33rd 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 65% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment98.9%
- 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 life65%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia29%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Adoration Hospice in McDonough
Adoration Hospice provides end-of-life care for patients in McDonough, Georgia. They operate out of their office on Avalon Parkway. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This third-party group checks that providers meet set standards for safety and patient care. It is one way families can verify that the agency follows strict rules. They have served the area since 2002. This long history shows they have experience in the local community. Their team works to support patients who need comfort and specialized medical attention. They focus on meeting the needs of those they serve in Henry County.
About Adoration Hospice
Adoration Hospice functions as a for-profit provider. They have been certified by Medicare for over two decades. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care serves as a mark of quality. This group reviews the agency to ensure they follow national health standards. For families, this means the provider opens their doors to outside experts who verify their work. Their staff includes 93 employees to help manage daily needs. This includes 28 registered nurses and 4 licensed practical nurses. These professionals handle the clinical side of care. They also manage a group of 35 volunteers who offer extra support. This mix of staff helps them maintain high marks for the quality of care they deliver. Families should look at these numbers to understand how the agency supports their patients on a daily basis.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in McDonough?
Hospice care in McDonough focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. Agencies like this one use a team approach to manage pain and symptoms. The team often includes doctors, nurses, and social workers. At Adoration Hospice, the staff is large with 28 registered nurses and 4 licensed practical nurses on the team. This allows them to provide frequent check-ins for patients. Volunteers also play a role by offering companionship or help with errands. The goal is to keep the patient in their own home whenever possible. This setting allows families to spend time together in a familiar space. The staff helps manage the medical side so you can focus on being a family member. It is a system built to provide peace and relief for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision. You should ask questions that help you understand how they work. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem happens at night. You should also ask how they handle pain management during the weekend. Another good question is how they involve the family in the care plan. Ask them how often the team will visit your home. You should also ask about the role of their volunteers. Knowing these things helps you feel prepared. Take your time to get clear answers. This helps you find the right fit for your loved one.
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