TIDELANDS COMMUNITY HOSPICE/TIDELANDS COMMUNITY HO
Provider Information
- Address
- 2591 N FRASER ST
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 19, 1988
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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) | 8 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
29
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 TIDELANDS COMMUNITY HOSPICE/TIDELANDS COMMUNITY HO 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 TIDELANDS COMMUNITY HOSPICE/TIDELANDS COMMUNITY HO compares to hospices nationwide.
12.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 57th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
67
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 day12.9 min
Ranks better than about 57% 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 weekends6.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 life81.9%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 visits51%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 care4.9%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months32.8%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care9.8%
Ranks better than about 37% 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)79th 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$15,823 · 38th 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 39.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening94.2%
- Pain assessment96.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life39.9%
- All care steps completed92.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Dementia37%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Other conditions8%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Tidelands Community Hospice
Tidelands Community Hospice serves the Georgetown, South Carolina area from their office on North Fraser Street. They provide hospice care to patients and their families in the local region. This provider has been certified to offer care through Medicare since 1988. They function as a freestanding hospice agency. Being a non-profit organization, they focus their efforts on their mission of service. Their team includes 29 employees who work to meet the needs of those in their care. You will find 8 registered nurses on their staff. One volunteer also works with the team. They aim to support patients through the end of life process with professional care. Families in Georgetown can reach them at 843-546-3410 to learn more about their specific services and availability for new patients today.
About Tidelands Community Hospice
This hospice operates as a non-profit organization in Georgetown. That structure often means that any extra funds go back into the care provided to patients. They have held Medicare certification for over 35 years. That long history shows they have deep roots in the South Carolina community. Many families look for this kind of stability when they need support. You should know that freestanding hospices operate independently from hospitals or nursing homes. This allows them to focus solely on hospice care. The agency maintains a staff of 29 people to help manage daily operations. Eight of these staff members are registered nurses. These nurses provide the clinical support that is so important for comfort. Choosing a provider with a long history of certification can give you peace of mind during a hard time.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in GEORGETOWN?
Hospice care in Georgetown focuses on comfort and quality of life. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms while supporting the family. Providers like Tidelands Community Hospice use a team approach to reach these goals. Their staff includes 8 registered nurses who visit patients to check on their needs. They also have one volunteer to help provide extra companionship. This team works together to create a plan that fits the patient. Most care happens right where the person lives. This could be a private home or a local care facility. The staff ensures that someone is always available to answer questions. They want to make sure you have the support you need at any hour. This local support system is designed to keep patients comfortable in their own surroundings.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable asking questions to understand how they work. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. You might also ask how the team manages pain and other difficult symptoms. Ask about their volunteer program and how those volunteers help patients. It is also good to ask how they support family members after a loss. These questions help you see if their values match your needs. Be sure to ask about the specific services they offer in your area. You deserve clear answers about the care your loved one will receive. Take your time to talk with the provider to get the information you need to make a choice.
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