AMEDISYS HOSPICE, AN ADVENTA COMPANY
Provider Information
- Address
- 7205 LEE HIGHWAY SUITE B
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 19, 1993
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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) | 18 |
| Physicians | 5 |
| Volunteers | 17 |
49
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 AMEDISYS HOSPICE, AN ADVENTA COMPANY 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 AMEDISYS HOSPICE, AN ADVENTA COMPANY compares to hospices nationwide.
13.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 65th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
184
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 day13.7 min
Ranks better than about 65% 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 weekends8.2%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits51.5%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months40.6%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 care9.6%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 hospice1.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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$17,314 · 46th 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 76.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life76.7%
- All care steps completed99.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Chattanooga
Amedisys Hospice, an Adventa Company, provides end of life care for families in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider and have been certified by Medicare since 1993. The team maintains CHAP accreditation to ensure they meet high standards for patient care and safety. Accreditation serves as an extra layer of oversight, showing that an independent group regularly checks their work against national benchmarks. This location serves the Hamilton County area with a team focused on comfort and support. It is a local option for those who need specialized care at home or in a facility setting.
About Amedisys Hospice, an Adventa Company
This provider is a for-profit organization serving the local community. They have participated in the Medicare program for over three decades. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus entirely on hospice services rather than being part of a larger hospital system. Families often choose providers with CHAP accreditation because it shows a commitment to rigorous quality standards. The CHAP organization visits the site to verify that the care matches federal rules. This process helps keep the focus on the patient and their specific comfort needs. They employ a total of 49 staff members to manage these duties. This group includes 18 registered nurses and 5 physicians who oversee medical care. They also have 17 volunteers available to help families. These staff members work together to provide a stable care environment for everyone they serve.
Quality Ratings
What Is Hospice Care Like in Chattanooga?
Hospice care in Tennessee focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. The team visits you wherever you call home. This could be your private house or a nursing facility in Hamilton County. Nurses, doctors, and aides visit on a regular schedule to manage pain and other symptoms. They also offer emotional support to help family members during this time. The goal is to keep the patient comfortable and surrounded by people they love. Staff members explain every step so you know what to expect. You get a care plan built for your specific situation. And the team remains available to answer questions at any time of the day or night. This helps families feel supported as they manage daily life while caring for a loved one.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to get the information you need. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent issue happens at night. It is also smart to ask how often a nurse will visit your loved one each week. You might want to know how the team handles pain medication and symptom control. Ask them to explain how they support family caregivers during the process. Finally, ask what specific services their volunteers provide to patients and families. You deserve clear answers to these questions before you make a final choice. Take your time to talk with the staff and see if their approach fits your needs.
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