Patient Rx Center Receives National Accreditation

Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY Receives ACHC Specialty-Pharmacy Accreditation

East Syracuse, NY - Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) proudly announces we have achieved a three-year accreditation for Specialty Pharmacy with a Distinction in Oncology through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC). This accreditation applies to our patient-centered, on-site Medication Services offered in each of our clinical locations in East Syracuse, Auburn and Onondaga Hill.

Accreditation by ACHC reflects HOA’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a higher level of performance and patient care. ACHC is a nonprofit organization that has stood as a symbol of quality and excellence since 1986. ACHC is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has CMS deeming authority for Home Health, Hospice and DMEPOS.

“This accreditation further highlights HOA’s commitment to provide patients with the best and most convenient personalized care,” states Maryann Roefaro, CEO. “The close collaboration between our providers and pharmacists to insure our patients have the right medicine at the right time helps lower patient costs and minimize medication waste.” 

About Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY

HOA is a private community cancer center established in 1982 with a mission provide the highest level of quality care in a healing environment for the mind, body and spirit of patients dealing with cancer and blood disorders. A member of the Community Oncology Alliance, HOA has offices in Auburn, Camillus, East Syracuse and Onondaga Hill. HOA achieves its mission with a multi-faceted team dedicated to holistic, patient-centered care, and is the only cancer practice in CNY Certified for Quality by The American Society of Clinical Oncology. HOA also serves as an oncology medical home (OMH) which means all care plans center around what is best for the patient. With an emphasis on quality of care versus quantity, OMH patients generally experience lower costs, higher satisfaction, reduced medical errors, and are better-informed. For more information visit hoacny.com.