Over the past several weeks, the DMEPOS community has been navigating a period of heightened uncertainty. Regulatory changes, evolving interpretations…
Pharmacy
DSCSA: Safeguarding the Drug Supply Chain
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) was enacted by Congress in 2013 as Title II of the Drug Quality and…
Pharmacies Show Strong Compliance Gains
ACHC Pharmacy Accreditation spans a wide range of services. In 2025, pharmacies accredited for ambulatory infusion centers/suites, community retail, mail order…
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…
Update to ACHC Standards
ACHC Standards for 2025 have been reviewed and minor changes made to reflect the goals of safe, high-quality, person-centered care that…
Meet the Team: Jeffrey Reses, R.Ph., HDDP
Jeffrey Reses, R.Ph., HDDP, has been with ACHC since 2011, first as a surveyor and now as a Senior Pharmacy Clinical Liaison. He has over 43 years…
Reaccreditation: A Pharmacy Expert’s Perspective
ACHC is proud to partner with Clearway Health to provide accreditation education and tips for compliance. We were thrilled to contribute a guest blog…
Why Your Accreditation End Date Matters
Achieving accreditation is regarded as one of the key benchmarks for measuring the quality of an organization. Once initial accreditation is achieved, it is not permanent and must be maintained and renewed to ensure continued compliance. ACHC Accreditation is valid for a 36-month time period but preparation for renewal should begin at least nine months before the expiration date. Resources are available to help you prepare.
Plan Ahead for Potential Drug Recalls
As drug recalls become more common, pharmacies should ensure they are prepared to effectively manage them and minimize risk for patients and their business.