Long-Term Care at Home
What is Long-Term Care at Home?
“Long-Term Care at Home” (LTC at Home) highlights the provision of long-term care services within the familiar and comforting environment of a patient’s home. It recognizes the continuity of care traditionally found in long-term care facilities, now delivered in a home setting.
The rise of LTC at Home reflects a broader shift in healthcare philosophy, prioritizing the support of individuals with chronic conditions or complex medical needs in community-based environments instead of institutional settings.
LTC at Home encompasses a holistic approach to care, which may involve medication management, specialized nursing services, and the coordination of resources for those with long-term care needs – all provided in the comfort and familiarity of the patient’s homes.
Why Should Pharmacies Get Involved?
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Address Growing Demand
With an aging population and a growing preference for home-based care, pharmacies have an opportunity to enter an expanding market.
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Improve Patient Outcomes
By delivering high-quality pharmacy services directly to patients’ homes, pharmacies can enhance medication adherence and overall health results.
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Create New Revenue Opportunities
Many pharmacies are already serving LTC at Home patients, often without realizing it. By formalizing and expanding these services, pharmacies can bill for previously uncompensated work.
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Gain a Competitive Edge
Offering specialized LTC at Home services differentiates pharmacies in an increasingly crowded marketplace.
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Promote Healthcare Innovation
By actively participating in LTC at Home, pharmacies can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of home-based healthcare.
Why Pharmacy Accreditation?
The LTC@Home Pharmacy Accreditation stands as the premier benchmark in the industry, dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of pharmacy services for patients receiving long-term care at home. As the only leading accreditation of its kind, it establishes a clear framework for excellence, safety, and patient-centered care.
This accreditation provides plans and payers with assurance that partnering pharmacies meet stringent standards, leading to improved health outcomes and efficient care delivery. By achieving LTC@Home Pharmacy Accreditation, pharmacies demonstrate their commitment to superior service, meticulous medication management, and unwavering patient support.
BOC proudly collaborates with the LTC@Home Quality Commission (LTC@HQC) to offer this accreditation. Our partnership ensures that patients receive top-tier care while enhancing the value and reliability of pharmacy services in the long-term care at home sector.
About BOC
Now in our 40th year of business, the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting quality patient care by offering highly valued credentials for businesses and professionals. We believe every aspect of your experience should be meaningful, efficient, and smooth. That’s why we hold ourselves accountable to rigorous standards of quality and service. Our award-winning team of experts is committed to ensuring you are informed and prepared for every step toward achieving credentials for your business.
Contact the BOC Pharmacy Team.
About LTC@Home Quality Commission
The Long-Term Care at Home Quality Commission (LTC@HQC) is an organization dedicated to elevating the standards of pharmacy services provided to individuals receiving long-term care at home. Our mission is to ensure that pharmacies delivering these essential services meet the highest standards of care, promoting safety, effectiveness, and quality of life for home-based patients.
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Learn how you can provide more comprehensive care to patients with the LTC@Home Pharmacy Accreditation.
Complete the form and a BOC specialist will contact you within two business days.