COLQUITT REGIONAL HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 415 ROWLAND DRIVE
MOULTRIE, GA 31768 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 21, 1995
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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) | 5 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 7 |
11
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 COLQUITT REGIONAL 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 COLQUITT REGIONAL HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 47th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
32
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 day12 min
Ranks better than about 47% 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 weekends9.3%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 life75.1%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 visits53.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care7.5%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 months34%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 care7.5%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 hospice11.3%
Ranks better than about 1% 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$10,102 · 11th 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 8.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99%
- Pain assessment96.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.7%
- Visits in the last days of life8.1%
- All care steps completed93.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Other conditions28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Moultrie
Colquitt Regional Hospice serves families across Colquitt County from their office on Rowland Drive. They offer skilled end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Their team works to manage pain and provide emotional support right where patients call home. Choosing the right hospice is a major decision for any family. That is why having local options like this one matters so much. They help patients stay in familiar surroundings while receiving professional medical attention. This approach keeps the focus on quality of life during a very sensitive time. It is about more than just medicine. It is about honoring the patient's wishes and surrounding them with a team that truly cares. Whether you are just beginning to explore options or need immediate support, this team is ready to step in and help your family navigate the road ahead.
About Colquitt Regional Hospice
Colquitt Regional Hospice has been a Medicare-certified provider since September 1995. That is nearly three decades of service to the Moultrie community. Being certified for this long shows they have met strict federal standards for quality and safety. This provider operates as a for-profit organization. Some families wonder if the ownership type changes the care. The truth is that all Medicare-certified hospices must follow the same rules for patient care and safety. What families should really look at is the quality of the team and how they communicate. A hospice is only as good as the nurses, aides, and social workers who visit your home. You want a team that responds quickly when things change. They should listen to your concerns and answer your questions without using confusing medical jargon. This provider has deep roots in the area, which often means they understand the local community's needs better than a national chain might.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Moultrie
Finding the right care in Georgia can feel overwhelming. The main thing to know is that hospice is a benefit paid for by Medicare. It is designed for those with a terminal illness who choose to stop curative treatments. The goal shifts from trying to cure the disease to managing symptoms like pain or shortness of breath. In Moultrie, you have access to teams that come to your house. This includes nurses, doctors, and spiritual counselors. They work together to make sure the patient is comfortable. One thing most people miss is that hospice also supports the family. They provide grief counseling and help with the emotional burden of caregiving. If you are in Colquitt County, you are not alone in this. There is a whole network of support available to you. You do not have to handle this journey by yourself. Reach out and ask for help when you need it most.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Talking to a hospice provider can be scary. But asking the right questions makes you feel more in control. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency 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 daily care plan. It is also smart to ask what happens if the patient needs to go to a facility for a few days to get symptoms under control. Ask them about their team's experience with the specific illness your loved one has. You want to feel a sense of trust when you speak with them. If they seem rushed or annoyed by your questions, that is a red flag. A good provider will be patient and kind. They should make you feel like the most important person in the room.
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