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Why is Advance Care Planning Important?
Because we want to give better care to our patients and be a
financially responsible organization
Improved quality of care
Improved patient and family experience
Fewer ED visits and hospitalizations
How Will This Affect My Workflow?
• Assessment at Intake will now include a screening
for potential palliative or hospice needs
• Communication with referrer and the patient’s PCP
will now include your findings on palliative or
hospice needs
• Documentation of PPS score and other findings in
coordination notes
• Communication to CHHA clinical team on any
advance care planning, palliative or hospice needs
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