CHAP Announces Call for Volunteers and Nominations for Community Advisory Group on Hospital-at-Home Standards & Accreditation

Arlington, VA. – August 20, 2024 – The Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), a leader in home and community-based healthcare accreditation, is pleased to announce that it is now accepting volunteers and nominations for its Community Advisory Group. This group will play a pivotal role in shaping CHAP’s Hospital At Home Standards and Accreditation program.

As healthcare continues to evolve towards more patient-centric models, the Hospital At Home program stands out as a promising innovation that allows patients to receive acute care services in the comfort of their own homes. Recognizing the growing importance of this model, CHAP is committed to developing comprehensive standards that ensure safety, quality, and excellence in care delivery.

“We are eager to engage a diverse group of stakeholders in the development of our Hospital at Home Standards,” said Teresa Harbour, CHAP COO. “The insights and feedback from our Community Advisory Group will be instrumental in ensuring standards that not only meet the highest levels of care but also address the practical realities faced by providers and patients alike.”

About the Hospital At Home Program

The Hospital at Home model has been gaining traction as a viable alternative to traditional hospital care, particularly for patients with acute conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation, heart failure, and acute infections. Supported by Medicare, this innovative approach has been shown to improve patient outcomes by reducing readmissions, enhancing patient mobility, and increasing overall satisfaction with care.

How to Participate

CHAP invites interested individuals and organizations to submit nominations or volunteer themselves to join the Community Advisory Group. Those selected will have the opportunity to contribute to the design and implementation of standards that will guide the future of Hospital at Home services. This is a unique opportunity to stand out in the industry and have a direct voice in setting the standards that will define the next generation of healthcare at home.

For more information on how to participate, please visit our Hospital-at-Home page and submit your interest.

About CHAP
CHAP is an independent, nonprofit organization accrediting providers of home and community-based care. Founded in 1965, CHAP was first to recognize the need for and value of home and community-based care standards and accreditation. As a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)–approved accrediting organization, CHAP surveys organizations providing home health, hospice, and home medical equipment services to establish if Medicare Conditions of Participation and DMEPOS Quality Standard are met and recommend certification to CMS. CHAP’s purpose is to partner with organizations nationwide to advance quality in the delivery of care and services in the home and community.

Dan McPhilemy
info@chapinc.org
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