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Why Documenting Feedback Matters for DMEPOS Services
DMEPOS suppliers often are cited during a survey for failing to meet performance management requirements established by DMEPOS Quality Standards of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
How Survey Deficiencies Can Benefit Your Sleep Facility
It’s natural to look at accreditation survey deficiencies as shortcomings or failures. However, these challenges can serve as opportunities for growth and improvement.
CMS Publishes Final Rule Updating CLIA Regulations
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has published final rule CMS-3326-F to update Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) regulations. Topics include the CLIA fee and alternative sanctions, along with histocompatibility and personnel requirements.
New Year, New Updates for DMEPOS Providers
The new year brings several changes for DMEPOS providers from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). In addition, ACHC has revised one DMEPOS Accreditation Standard to align with CMS changes.
Optimize Sleep Survey Preparations
Preparing for an initial or renewal accreditation survey takes careful planning. ACHC offers a wide range of tools and resources to assist you. There also are a few simple steps you can take to help your organization prepare more efficiently and effectively.
Sleep : Patient Records Must Include Completed Questionnaires
Maintaining accurate records for your sleep patients is essential to ensuring the provision of quality care.