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From ACHC Experts
Be Prepared for Medicare NPE Validation Visits – Part 5: Handling Issues
The last installment of our series about NPE validation visits explores what happens after your site visit and steps to take if…
Understanding Cold Chain Shipping
ACHC pharmacy surveyors visit all types of pharmacies every day. We see independent pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and large corporate pharmacies. Regardless of…
Accreditation Theater: The Illusion of Rigor in Healthcare Accreditation
In the post-9/11 era, the term “Security Theater” emerged to describe over-the-top yet ineffective airport security procedures designed more to make travelers feel safe than to actually increase safety. Today, healthcare accreditation faces its own version…
What we offer
Accreditation
validates that a healthcare organization’s policies, processes, and care delivery meet recognized standards for quality and safety using a comprehensive survey process conducted by ACHC as an independent third-party. Learn more.
Accreditation Distinctions
is based on a focused review and evaluation of a defined specialty service offered by an ACHC-accredited healthcare organization as measured against recognized standards for excellence in that specialty area.
Certification
is a focused review and evaluation of a defined program within a healthcare organization as measured against recognized standards for specialty care. Learn more.
Education
is what makes ACHC different. We surround you with resources for your success. ACHC experts in every program are passionate about offering actionable guidance and support.
Who we serve
We accredit and certify over 26,000 organizations across 27 programs.
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ACHC organizations expect more because ACHC delivers.