Overview
HST Pathways is a comprehensive software solution designed to simplify workflows for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). It was named 2024 Best in KLAS and ASC software of the year by Healthcare Tech Outlook. While some users note challenges with accessing previous patient charts, it remains a reliable choice for ASC management.
HST Pathways Specifications
Appointment Management/Scheduling
e-Prescriptions
Lab Integrations
Patient Portal
What Is HST Pathways?
HST Pathways is a cloud-based software platform designed to support efficient, data-driven operations for ASCs. It integrates scheduling, charting, billing, inventory, patient communication, and analytics into one centralized system to streamline every step of the surgical workflow. ASCs can use the full suite or select only the products they need, with the flexibility to scale as their operations grow. Overall, HST Pathways helps optimize operational efficiency, improve care coordination, and support the full surgical journey—from scheduling to recovery.
What Is HST Pathways Best Known For?
HST Pathways software stands out with its ‘Raw Surgery Center Data Module’, which brings all ASC data into one unified platform for better tracking, analysis, and decision-making. It allows centers to easily monitor key metrics, improve profitability, and communicate outcomes clearly with leadership. This data-driven approach helps elevate both care quality and operational performance.
HST Pathways Pricing
Pricing varies based on your ASC’s size and specific product requirements. To accommodate different needs, the vendor offers four bundled packages with customizable pricing:
- HST Essentials
- HST One
- HST One+
- HST Platinum
HST Pathways Integrations
The software supports integration with various platforms, including:
- Epic EMR
- Cerner EMR
- NextGen Office EHR
- ModMed EMR
- Axxess Home Health
How Does HST Pathways Work?
Here’s how you can get started with the software:
- Log in to access your centralized ASC management dashboard
- Use the ‘Scheduling and Care Communication’ module to manage case bookings
- Create, review, and update clinical notes through the integrated ‘Electronic Charting’ feature
- Communicate with patients through two-way texting and pre-assessment tools
- Generate automated and accurate case estimates using the ‘Patient Estimates’ tool
- Monitor inventory levels and manage supplies through a centralized dashboard
- Coordinate with vendors and anesthesia providers through integrated communication tools
- Use the 'Check-in Kiosk' for seamless patient check-ins and workflow automation
- Access support resources and training materials through the 'HST Community Portal’
Who Is HST Pathways For?
HST Pathways is suitable for a range of healthcare organizations and professionals, including:
- Surgery centers
- Management groups
- Anesthesia providers
- Health systems with ASCs
- Physician practices
- New surgery centers
Is HST Pathways Right For You?
If you are seeking a secure, scalable, and innovative software solution to optimize operating room utilization and improve case profitability for your ambulatory surgery center, HST Pathways may be the right fit. Designed specifically for ASCs, it addresses common pain points such as scheduling inefficiencies and insurance denials through streamlined case management and eligibility verification.
The platform ensures your data is protected with HIPAA-compliant safeguards, AICPA SOC II certification, and HITRUST r2 certification, meeting the highest standards for healthcare privacy and security. Trusted by over 1,700 ASCs and supported by world-class customer service, HST Pathways helps you enhance operational efficiency and support growth.
Still not sure if HST Pathways is the right choice for you? Call us at (661) 384-7070 for a personalized consultation.
HST Pathways Features
HST Pathways simplifies surgery center operations by helping staff efficiently book procedures, assign rooms, and ensure equipment availability. Users can set reorder points for essential supplies and generate reports to avoid shortages or overstocking. The platform also helps surgery centers check claims for errors before submission to reduce denials and speed up reimbursements. With detailed financial reports and case costing tools, ASCs can gain better visibility into their performance, control costs, and improve overall profitability.
The software streamlines pre-surgical communication with an intuitive online pre-assessment tool. Care teams can create custom forms and set auto-alerts to flag specific patient responses that need review. Patients also receive a secure link via text or email to complete the form from any device. This reduces the need for manual calls, cuts down on cancellations and delays, and improves both patient safety and overall experience.
This feature allows surgery centers to share real-time operating room availability with physician practices. Practices can submit case requests online to ensure accurate bookings and fewer delays. The platform automatically notifies the care team of new, changed, or canceled cases, reducing the need for phone calls, emails, or faxes. This improves coordination, minimizes scheduling errors, and helps maximize case volume and operating room (OR) utilization.
HST Pathways simplifies charting with an intuitive interface that allows clinicians to preview appointment details, confirm patient identity, and manage multiple open charts with ease. Its ‘LiveEdit™’ technology enables multiple users to document in the same patient record simultaneously. The system offers real-time updates, task alerts, and automatic data-saving to ensure complete and accurate documentation. Clinicians can also access, sign, and complete charts remotely, which helps them fuel growth and deliver better patient care.
Surgery centers can use this feature to generate accurate, procedure-specific cost estimates based on each patient’s insurance coverage. It allows staff to easily review eligibility details and send estimates directly to patients via text or email. This proactive approach boosts transparency, improves patient satisfaction, and encourages pre-payments.
