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ISLAND HOSPICE

Non-ProfitACHC AccreditedFreestanding Hospice

Provider Information

Address
300 NEW RIVER PARKWAY SUITE 7
HARDEEVILLE, SC 29927
Ownership Type
Non-Profit
Medicare Certified Since
August 26, 2003

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CMS Quality Ratings

Overall Rating
Not yet rated

Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.

Quality of Care
Not yet rated

Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.

Patient Satisfaction
Not yet rated

CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.

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

Staffing breakdown for ISLAND HOSPICE
RoleStaff Count
Registered Nurses (RN)1
Volunteers2

4

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 ISLAND HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.

An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.

Medical supplies and equipment
Brought in through an outside supplier

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 2020.

Care Details from Medicare Data

Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ISLAND HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.

1

patients in care on an average day

A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.

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 Hardeeville

Island Hospice provides end-of-life support to residents in Hardeeville, South Carolina. They operate out of their office on New River Parkway. This team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients during their final months. What makes them unique is their deep connection to the Jasper County community. They help families manage pain and emotional stress. It is a big job. They want to make sure your loved one feels safe and at peace at home. That is their main goal every single day. If you live in the 29927 area, they are a local option to consider for hospice services. They work closely with doctors to build a plan that fits your family's needs perfectly. Choosing the right support is a major step. Having someone nearby who truly understands the local area can provide a lot of comfort when you need it most.

About Island Hospice

Island Hospice has been a Medicare-certified provider since August 26, 2003. Being a non-profit organization, their focus stays strictly on patient care rather than profits for owners. That is a big deal. It means they invest their resources back into the staff and the tools needed to help patients. Over two decades of service shows they have been a staple in South Carolina for a long time. Families should know that non-profit status often means they have a board of directors watching over their mission. They are not just running a business. They are carrying out a specific goal to serve the community with care. When you pick a non-profit, you get a team that is mission-driven. They have clearly stood the test of time in Jasper County. That history of service offers a sense of stability during a very difficult time for your family.

Quality Ratings Update

Island Hospice does not currently have quality ratings available from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This happens sometimes with certain providers. It does not mean they are not a good choice. It just means the data is not public yet. You should always ask them directly about their internal quality goals.

Understanding Hospice Care in Hardeeville

Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care. In Hardeeville, the focus shifts from curing an illness to managing symptoms. This helps patients spend their time in comfort. Most care happens right in your own home. A team of nurses, social workers, and volunteers will visit you regularly. They handle the heavy lifting of medical care. So, you can spend your time just being a spouse, a child, or a friend. The thing is, many families wait too long to call for help. They think hospice is only for the very last days. In truth, you can get support for six months or even longer if a doctor says it is time. Getting help early makes a huge difference in the quality of your days. It allows everyone to focus on what matters most.

What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider

You need to feel good about your choice. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You want to know if they have staff on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. That is non-negotiable. Ask what kind of support they offer to family caregivers who might be tired or overwhelmed. And find out how they manage pain. Do they have a clear plan to adjust medicine if things change at night? It is also smart to ask about their experience with your loved one's specific illness. A good provider will answer these questions with honesty and care. They should never make you feel rushed. If they seem annoyed by your questions, that is a red flag. Find a team that listens to you. You deserve to feel supported and heard during this time.

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