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Hospice Tools EMR Achieves Gold Standard in Hospice Care

Hospice Tools, a trusted name in electronic medical records for hospice agencies, proudly announces that it has achieved the CHAP Verified status for its EMR system, marking the second consecutive award. This recognition comes from the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), an organization that sets the standards for quality in home and community-based care.

The CHAP Verified seal is only awarded after a thorough evaluation process, which assures that Hospice Tools EMR meets and exceeds the rigorous CHAP Standards of Excellence. This second verification highlights the commitment of Hospice Tools to continuously enhance its technology and services, thereby improving the quality of hospice care provided by agencies nationwide.

Understanding the CHAP Verification Process

CHAP’s evaluation process is meticulous. It assesses the EMR not just on compliance but also on the practical support it offers to hospice teams. The comprehensive survey looks at every aspect of patient care, covering everything from initial intake through to discharge and bereavement stages. It analyzes clinical documentation practices, operational workflows, and quality reporting systems.

With its ability to support best practices, Hospice Tools EMR ensures agencies can efficiently document and report clinical data, streamlining operations and enhancing patient care.

Key Features of Hospice Tools EMR

A standout aspect of the Hospice Tools EMR is its suite of customizable features designed for hospice care:

• - Customizable Forms Library: This feature allows agencies to maintain the highest standards in charting, tailored to their specific operational needs.
• - In-document Patient Trends: Clinicians can gain real-time insights into patient health trends, facilitating informed decision-making.
• - Permissions-Based Views: This functionality enhances role-specific efficiency and compliance, ensuring that information is accessible only to authorized personnel.
• - Robust Reporting Tools: Hospice Tools offers advanced document tracking and reporting options to improve oversight and accountability.
• - Mentor-Mode: This innovative function aids in onboarding new clinicians, supporting their development within the agency while maintaining high standards of clinical practice.

These features collectively promote efficient documentation of patient outcomes and allow for a tailored approach to care, fostering an environment of continuous improvement in service delivery.

Industry Impact and Future Outlook

Teresa Harbour, SVP Accreditation at CHAP, remarked, "Hospice Tools provides clinicians with access to real-time clinical data, enabling evidence-based decision-making at the bedside. This promotes thorough documentation of patient-specific outcomes. The software is also instrumental for staff development, assisting in mentoring clinicians to uphold the highest levels of care."

Daniel Goldmeier, VP of Sales and Marketing at Hospice Tools, echoed this sentiment by stating, "We are proud to be among the few hospice EMRs that hold CHAP Verified status. This re-verification signifies that our EMR aligns with best practices and regulatory requirements, instilling confidence in hospice teams. It’s also a catalyst for growth, allowing agencies to provide personalized comfort care while adhering to CHAP standards."

The support from CHAP during the re-verification process has proven invaluable, further enhancing the partnership in delivering exceptional patient care. As hospice agencies continue to adapt and grow, having a reliable EMR system like that of Hospice Tools is crucial to meeting the challenges and expectations of modern healthcare.

About CHAP and Hospice Tools

Founded in 1965, CHAP is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to accrediting providers of home and community-based care. It searches for high standards of care in settings such as home health, hospice, and medical equipment services. As a CMS-approved accrediting organization, CHAP verifies that care providers meet essential Medicare conditions and promotes quality standards in the industry.

Meanwhile, Hospice Tools specializes in providing EMR solutions tailored for local independent hospice agencies, helping them enhance compliance and deliver quality care. Its user-friendly software empowers agencies to grow and achieve operational efficiency, ultimately leading to improved patient experiences.

As Hospice Tools continues to innovate and support hospice agencies across the nation, the recent CHAP Verified designation stands as a testament to their dedication to quality in hospice care.