What you'll accomplish
By the end of this guide, you'll have a reliable ChatGPT workflow for drafting CMS-compliant hospice recertification narratives in under 15 minutes per patient — cutting your current 45–90 minute writing process down dramatically. You'll have a reusable system prompt that includes key Medicare hospice eligibility language so you don't have to re-explain the requirements every time.
What you'll need
- Computer or phone with a browser
- ChatGPT account at {{tool:ChatGPT.url}} (free tier works; {{tool:ChatGPT.plan}} at {{tool:ChatGPT.price}} gives better outputs for complex narratives)
- Your patient's de-identified clinical notes or a bullet list of key indicators from your EHR
- Time needed: 30 minutes initial setup; 10-15 minutes per recertification after that
- Cost: Free or {{tool:ChatGPT.price}}/month for {{tool:ChatGPT.plan}}
How-To Guide: Draft Recertification Narratives with ChatGPT
Step 1: Create your ChatGPT account
Go to {{tool:ChatGPT.url}} and click Sign up. Use your work or personal email and complete verification. You'll arrive at the main chat interface.
What you should see: A centered text box with "Message ChatGPT" as the placeholder text, and a left sidebar showing your chat history.