PRUITTHEALTH HOSPICE-SWAINSBORO
Provider Information
- Address
- 667 S MAIN STREET
SWAINSBORO, GA 30401 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 16, 1999
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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) | 27 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
45
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 PRUITTHEALTH HOSPICE-SWAINSBORO 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 PRUITTHEALTH HOSPICE-SWAINSBORO compares to hospices nationwide.
11.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 40th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
135
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 day11.4 min
Ranks better than about 40% 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 weekends7.1%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 life95.3%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 visits48.6%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care12.2%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 months38.5%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 care13.5%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 hospice3.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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)74th 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$16,912 · 44th 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 79.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98%
- Visits in the last days of life79.4%
- All care steps completed97.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease33%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for You and Your Loved Ones
PruittHealth Hospice-Swainsboro provides comfort and medical care to families in Emanuel County. They focus on quality of life for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Their team works right out of the office on South Main Street in Swainsboro. What does this mean for you? It means you have local experts ready to help manage pain and emotional needs. They offer support that honors the wishes of the patient and their family. The team understands that this time is hard. They try to make every day more peaceful for everyone involved. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for any family. Having a local provider can make a real difference during your journey.
About PRUITTHEALTH HOSPICE-SWAINSBORO
PruittHealth Hospice-Swainsboro has been Medicare certified since February 1999. That is over two decades of serving the community. This provider operates as a for-profit organization. Some families wonder if that matters. The main thing is that they follow strict federal rules to keep their certification. They must meet high standards for safety and patient care to stay in the program. You should know that they have a long history in the Swainsboro area. Their office is located at 667 S Main Street. Feel free to call them at (478) 237-7798 to ask about their specific programs. They are experienced and understand the local health system well. And that is a big help when you are trying to coordinate care quickly. They have the resources to handle complex needs while keeping the focus on the patient's comfort and dignity.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in SWAINSBORO
Hospice is about living well for as long as possible. It is not about giving up. It is about choosing a path that puts comfort before aggressive treatments. In Emanuel County, families have access to hospice care in their own homes, nursing facilities, or assisted living homes. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. You get a nurse, a social worker, and an aide to help with daily tasks. They also provide spiritual care and volunteers for extra support. Most people don't realize that hospice can help with medications and medical gear too. This removes a huge burden from the family. So you can spend your time talking and sharing memories instead of worrying about logistics. It is a service designed to wrap a blanket of support around the whole family unit during a very delicate time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered when picking a partner for care. Start by asking how quickly they can start services. You need to know if they have staff available on nights and weekends. That is when most families feel the most anxious. Ask them what happens if the patient has a crisis in the middle of the night. Do they have a nurse you can talk to right away? It is also good to ask how they handle pain management. You want to know they have a plan that changes as the patient's needs change. Finally, ask how they support the family after the patient passes away. Grief support is a key part of the hospice benefit. Don't be afraid to ask these questions. A good hospice team will be happy to answer every one of them clearly.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
This time is precious. We can help you record your family's history and stories so they are never lost. It is a beautiful way to honor your loved one.
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