A PHE has been declared for areas of California affected by wildfires. Read a summary of the federal waivers here.
With a concern for the safety of all lives impacted by this ongoing emergency, ACHC is suspending surveys in the affected areas. Additional information from CMS, including guidance for healthcare organizations and Medicare beneficiaries can be found here.
With the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) ending soon, affected healthcare providers, including home health agencies with deemed status, will need to make adjustments as they prepare to restore normal operations.
Your survey for ACHC Hospice Accreditation is an independent assessment that evaluates your hospice’s compliance with recognized national standards for quality and safety.
Your survey for ACHC Hospice Accreditation is a collaborative effort between the Surveyor and your agency. Each is responsible for performing certain duties to collectively ensure a successful survey experience.
On July 15, Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, extended the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration for another 90 days. One month later, on August 18, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a blog titled, “Creating a Roadmap for the End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency.”
ACHC is surveying certain Medicare-certified organizations for compliance with the COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
As you consider a palliative care program, existing resources may define your initial structure.
So many people living with illness in our communities could benefit from the specialized service represented by palliative care but it is often misunderstood with regard to its purpose and potential.
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