BOC launches long-term pharmacy credential

OWINGS MILLS, Md. – The Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) has partnered with the Long-Term Care at Home Pharmacy Quality Commission (LTC@HQC) to launch a new accreditation product for pharmacies, LTC@Home Pharmacy Accreditation. The accreditation validates the quality standards established by LTC@HQC and supports pharmacies in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with long-term health care needs who qualify to receive care in their homes. “By 2030, the entire baby boomer generation will be 65 or older, with many over 85 years old," said Lindsay Dymowski Constantino, founder & president of LTC@HQC. "We are proud to join forces with BOC on this initiative and are inspired by their leadership as the first AO to embrace this new accreditation. This milestone helps us set the stage for our nation's aging population to receive exceptional long-term care in the comfort of their own homes.” LTC@HQC developed standards emphasizing a holistic approach in long-term care services, such as medication management and specialized care coordination. "This partnership with the Long-Term Care at Home Pharmacy Quality Commission represents an innovative approach to the provision of care for patients, and BOC is proud to bring our 40 years of credentialing experience forward to support this important new accreditation," said Judi Knott, president and CEO of BOC. "The LTC@Home Pharmacy Accreditation establishes the standard for pharmacies providing home-based, long-term care and validates superior service, meticulous medication management and unwavering patient support.”