 | HOA Achieves Certification Through ASCO’s Patient-Centered Cancer CareHOACNY is proudly recognized as ASCO Certified™. This patient-centered cancer care certification program was created by the Association for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and demonstrates our strong and enduring commitment to measuring the quality of cancer care delivery and meeting national standards in quality and safety. ASCO Certified works by certifying oncology group practices and health systems that meet a single set of comprehensive, evidence-based Oncology Medical Home (OMH) standards from ASCO and the Community Oncology Alliance (COA). These standards focus on seven different domains of cancer care: patient engagement; availability and access to care; evidence-based medicine; comprehensive team-based care; quality improvement; goals of care, palliative, and end-of-life care discussions; and antineoplastic therapy safety. To achieve certification, practices need to meet all care delivery standards and antineoplastic therapy safety standards. Learn More about why ASCO-Certification is important for HOA Patients. |
Accreditations & Awards
 | HOA’s Laboratory Services are Nationally Accredited by COLACOLA is a physician-directed organization whose purpose is to promote health and safety through accreditation and educational programs. Their services are designed to improve clinical laboratories as a whole, giving us the confidence that our laboratory provides the best patient care. COLA helps us ensure accurate test results, run our laboratory in accordance with quality systems, and meet COLA accreditation requirements in order to serve our patients better. |
 | HOA’s Patient Rx Center is ACHC Accredited as a Specialty Pharmacy with Oncology DistinctionThis accreditation reflects HOA’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that demonstrate a higher level of performance and patient care. |
 | HOA is a CEO Cancer Gold Standard-Accredited EmployerThe CEO Cancer Gold Standard™ provides a framework for employers to have a healthier workplace by focusing on cancer risk reduction, early detection, and access to clinical trials and high-quality care. |
 | HOA Received Accreditation from the American Society for Radiation Oncology’s (ASTRO) APEx - Accreditation Program for Excellence®HOA meets the rigorous quality standards for Radiation Oncology and has received accreditation from the American Society for Radiation Oncology’s (ASTRO) APEx - Accreditation Program for Excellence®. Accreditation through APEx is a voluntary, rigorous, multi-step process in which a facility’s practices are evaluated using consensus-based standards. A facility must demonstrate its safety and quality processes and that it adheres to patient-centered care by promoting effective communication, coordinated treatments, and strong patient engagement. HOA has been an ASTRO APEx-accredited facility since 2022. |
 | HOA is an ACR-Accredited Facility for All DiagnosticsThe CT Accreditation Program involves submission of clinical and phantom images, dose measurements, and scanning protocols. Accreditation is required for providers that bill for CT, MRI, breast MRI, nuclear medicine, and PET under part B of the MPFS. HOA has been ACR Accredited for all Diagnostics since 2009. |
 | ACR Lung Cancer Screening CenterACR Accreditation is recognized as the gold standard in medical imaging. The ACR Lung Cancer Screening Center designation indicates that we are committed to providing the safest and best quality care possible, meeting stringent criteria for low-dose CT scanner operations and participating in the ACR Lung Cancer Screening Registry. |
 | NAPBC Accreditation for Breast CancerThe National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), created by the American College of Surgeons, recognizes breast centers that provide coordinated, team-based breast care. NAPBC accreditation demonstrates that a center meets or exceeds national quality standards, regularly monitors patient outcomes, and is committed to continuous improvement. It is also recognized nationally for its commitment to high-quality breast care. Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY's Breast Care Program works with several community resources to provide our patients with comprehensive, coordinated, and compassionate care and treatment. HOA’s breast cancer specialists are all proud members of Breast Care Partners, which is made up of seven entities, including HOA as well as Crouse Hospital, Crouse Medical Practice, Crouse Radiology, St. Joseph’s Surgical, St. Joseph’s Hospital, and St. Joseph’s Imaging. Breast Care Partners has received full accreditation for 3 years from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, administered by the American College of Surgeons. For patients, this accreditation gives you confidence that your breast cancer care team is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, high-quality treatment and support every step of the way. |
