FAVOR HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1400 BUFORD HWY, SUITE M-3
SUGAR HILL, GA 30518 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 16, 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 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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
7
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 FAVOR 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 FAVOR HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 29th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
8
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day10.4 min
Ranks better than about 29% 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 weekends4.9%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 life89.5%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 visits75%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 months43.8%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 hospice6.3%
Ranks better than about 6% 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$20,712 · 64th 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 5 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 65% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed65%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About FAVOR HOSPICE CARE
FAVOR HOSPICE CARE operates out of Sugar Hill, Georgia. They provide hospice services to families living in Gwinnett County and the surrounding area. This provider has been certified to serve Medicare patients since April 2018. They function as a freestanding hospice agency. That means they operate independently rather than as a branch of a local hospital system.
Understanding This Provider
This agency operates as a for-profit organization. They have maintained Medicare certification for over six years. This certification indicates the provider meets federal health and safety standards. Families should know that Medicare reviews hospice agencies regularly to ensure they follow rules for patient care. Choosing a provider with a long history of certification can offer peace of mind. You should always check the most recent quality reports before you make a final decision about care. These reports show how well the agency performs on specific measures of care quality and patient satisfaction. It is a simple way to compare local options.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in SUGAR HILL?
Hospice care in this area focuses on comfort for patients and their families. Teams work together to manage pain and provide emotional support during a difficult time. At FAVOR HOSPICE CARE, the team includes two registered nurses and two physicians. They also have one volunteer available to assist with patient needs. With seven employees in total, the team is sized to provide focused attention. This small team structure often allows for more direct communication between the staff and your family. You will work closely with these professionals to create a plan that fits your specific needs. They are there to help you understand every step of the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask questions when you interview a potential hospice provider. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if an urgent need arises at night or on the weekend. Second, ask how the team manages pain and other symptoms to keep the patient comfortable. Third, ask what specific support they offer to family caregivers who may be feeling tired or overwhelmed. Finally, ask how they coordinate care with the patient's current primary doctor. Getting clear answers to these four questions helps you see if the agency is a good match for your situation. Take your time with this process.
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