Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) in Hospice

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Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) in Hospice

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This course provides information for all staff about the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process in hospice organizations. QAPI is an ongoing, collaborative and proactive approach to improving patient care, safety, and palliative care outcomes. In this course, you will see an example QAPI process in action, learn why QAPI is important, and explore fundamental elements.

Objectives:
1) Describe the types of issues QAPI should address in hospice care
2) Explain the importance of QAPI in hospice care
3) Identify core elements of QAPI plans per CMS
4) Describe actions employees can take to get involved in QAPI

This course has been certified by ACHC, and verified to align with the CHAP Hospice Standards of Excellence in Hospice Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (HQPI). It also provides training to help organizations meet the following federal regulation related to hospice services: Estimated Runtime: 10 minutes
Last Updated: April 14, 2023
Publication Year: 2022

Reviewed and approved by
Nancy Allen, BSN, RNC, CMC

NOTE: This course is not a substitute for legal advice for any individual provider or situation. Always consult your company’s legal or compliance personnel with any questions or concerns related to this subject matter.

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