GENTIVA
Provider Information
- Address
- 200 BUSINESS CENTER DR, STE 200
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 27, 1992
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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 |
12
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 GENTIVA 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how GENTIVA compares to hospices nationwide.
10.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 33rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
48
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 day10.7 min
Ranks better than about 33% 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 weekends7%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 life84.9%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 visits44.4%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care9.9%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 months45.5%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 care15.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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)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$20,120 · 61st 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 51.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.1%
- Pain assessment98.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment93.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life51.3%
- All care steps completed95.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia44%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions7%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About GENTIVA in Stockbridge
GENTIVA serves families in Stockbridge, Georgia from their office on Business Center Drive. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency. They have been certified to provide Medicare hospice services since May 1992. The team includes four registered nurses who help manage patient comfort and care needs. Accreditation by CHAP shows that they meet high standards for medical care. Finding the right support in Henry County is a major step. This agency offers a local option for those who need end-of-life care. They work hard to meet the needs of each patient. It is good to have options close to home. The agency focus remains on providing care for people during their final months of life. Most families want to know who will be at the bedside. With this team, patients receive support from a dedicated group of professionals in the local area.
About GENTIVA
GENTIVA operates as a for-profit hospice provider. Being a for-profit agency means they run their business under specific financial rules. They have held Medicare certification for over thirty years. This long history shows they have stayed part of the health system for a long time. They earned accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, or CHAP. This group looks at how agencies provide care to their patients. They check if the agency follows strict rules for safety and quality. A positive result from CHAP means the agency meets high national benchmarks. This is a big deal for families looking for peace of mind. You should look for this status when you talk to any agency. It confirms that an outside group has reviewed their work and found it meets a high bar. Their staff of twelve works together to provide care every single day. That is the core of what they do.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in STOCKBRIDGE?
Hospice care in Stockbridge focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical help directly to the patient at home or in a facility. The team at GENTIVA includes four registered nurses who coordinate daily care plans. They manage pain and other symptoms to help patients stay comfortable. Hospice care also involves social workers and aides who support the entire family. But they do not use volunteers at this specific location. The goal is to keep the patient in their own environment. Most care happens where the patient lives. This could be a private house or a nursing home in Henry County. Staff members visit to check on the patient and provide medicine or supplies. They are ready to answer questions and help with tough choices. You can expect a team that understands the local area. They work to make each day easier for the patient and their loved ones.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice care is a big decision for any family. You need to gather facts before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can come to the home if a problem happens at night. Ask how they manage pain and if they have doctors on call at all times. It is also good to ask how they keep family members updated on changes. You should ask how many visits a patient receives during a typical week. Find out if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one has. Does the team offer support for family members who are grieving? These questions help you understand how the agency works. Take your time to get clear answers. You deserve to feel good about the care your family member will receive. Good communication is the key to a positive experience for everyone involved in the care plan.
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