Hospice in ZIP 31501 (Waycross, GA)
CMS records 2 hospice with a mailing address in ZIP 31501 (Waycross, GA); across those rated, the average overall score is 5.0 out of 5.
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Hospice programs deliver palliative, comfort-first care to people with a terminal illness, usually at home. Their services span nursing, aide support, counseling, and respite for family caregivers. Hospices certified by Medicare must satisfy federal conditions of participation.
Side-by-side provider data
| Provider | Overall | Care index | Caregiver survey | Daily census | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFFINIS HOSPICE | Not rated | 8 | — | 12 | non-profit |
| HOSPICE SATILLA OF MEM HOSP | 5.0 | 10 | 5.0 | 59 | non-profit |
CMS data for ZIP 31501
The current data counts 2 hospices in ZIP 31501; 1 (50%) publish an overall CMS rating. Recorded ownership divides as 2 non-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 5.0 out of 5 at HOSPICE SATILLA OF MEM HOSP (non-profit). Reporting programs average 9.0 on the hospice care index. Across 1 reporting program, family caregiver survey ratings average 5.0 out of 5. Reporting programs serve an average daily census of 36 patients each.
| Providers on record | 2 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Average overall rating | 5.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | HOSPICE SATILLA OF MEM HOSP (5.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 2 non-profit |
| Avg hospice care index | 9.0 |
| Avg caregiver survey star | 5.0 / 5 |
| Avg daily census | 36 |
What to weigh in ZIP 31501
The strongest comparisons weigh several signals together - inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the particular services someone requires. Ratings pull those signals into a single number, but they cannot stand in for a visit or a conversation with the staff.
When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 31501, Waycross, GA, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.
Hospice on record in ZIP 31501
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