Hospice in ZIP 30540 (Ellijay, GA)

This directory covers 1 Medicare-certified hospice in ZIP 30540, Ellijay, GA, based on public CMS data (average overall rating 4.0 / 5).

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Hospice programs provide comfort-focused, palliative care for people with a terminal illness, typically in the home. Services include nursing, aide support, counseling, and respite care for family caregivers. Medicare-certified hospices must meet federal conditions of participation.

What CMS data shows for hospice in ZIP 30540

Of the 1 hospice listed in ZIP 30540, 1 (100%) have a published CMS overall star rating in the current snapshot. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 for-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 4.0 out of 5 at COMPASSUS-NORTH GEORGIA II (for-profit). The average hospice care index among reporting programs is 9.0. Family caregiver survey ratings average 4.0 out of 5 across 1 reporting program. Reporting programs average a daily census of 73 patients each.

Providers on record1
With a published overall rating1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating4.0 / 5
Highest-rated providerCOMPASSUS-NORTH GEORGIA II (4.0 / 5)
Ownership mix1 for-profit
Avg hospice care index9.0
Avg caregiver survey star4.0 / 5
Avg daily census73

How to compare hospice in ZIP 30540

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Families in ZIP 30540, Ellijay, GA should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.

Hospice profiles in ZIP 30540

Hospice · For-Profit COMPASSUS-NORTH GEORGIA II Ellijay, GA 30540 CMS rating 4.0 / 5

Hospice data comparison

ProviderOverallCare indexCaregiver surveyDaily censusOwnership
COMPASSUS-NORTH GEORGIA II4.094.073for-profit

Frequently asked questions

Where does this information come from?
All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-05). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 30540?
No certified-bed counts are published for the providers currently listed in ZIP 30540. Bed counts apply to nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.
Which hospice in ZIP 30540 has the highest CMS rating?
In the current snapshot, COMPASSUS-NORTH GEORGIA II has the highest published CMS overall star rating among hospice in ZIP 30540, at 4.0 out of 5.
How do I choose a hospice in ZIP 30540?
When comparing hospice programs, ask about on-call nursing availability, response times, respite care, bereavement support, and how the team coordinates with the patient's physician and family.
What is the average CMS rating for hospice in ZIP 30540?
Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for hospice in ZIP 30540 is 4.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.
Who owns the hospice in ZIP 30540?
Ownership on record for hospice in ZIP 30540 is 1 for-profit. Ownership does not by itself indicate quality; check each provider's inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Where this data comes from

All figures on this page come from the CMS Provider Data Catalog dataset (processing date 2026-10-05). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.

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