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Quality drives ACHC Accreditation
Founded in 1945 and awarded CMS deeming authority in 1965, ACHC’s accreditation programs for hospitals continue a legacy of superior customer support to drive quality and safety in inpatient settings.
From rural CAHs to nation-wide systems, ACHC staff seeks to know each organization in order to maximize its capacity for excellence.
Welcome
ACHC is redefining the culture of hospital accreditation. If you’ve worked in facilities accredited by others, you may have experienced fear-inducing, stressful, and even demoralizing surveys. It shouldn’t be that way. Your teams work hard to deliver the best possible care to your patients, and you deserve a respectful and positive experience that affirms and inspires quality in your work.
With ACHC, you gain a consistent partner that supports you in proactively identifying opportunities for improvement by offering access to our skilled and experienced team, to a growing library of tools and resources, and to a growing number of specialty certifications.
ACHC staff and surveyors are deeply knowledgeable about the structure and scope of hospitals and health systems. We look forward to sharing that knowledge with your organization. Let us demonstrate that a better accreditation experience is possible.
Deanna Scatena, RN
Associate Program Director
Why choose ACHC?
We are comprehensive.
ACHC accreditation and certification programs are designed to meet the needs of complex health systems and those of independent, community hospitals.
We represent quality.
We present regulatory requirements as a framework for quality. This supports a culture of continuous improvement through self-assessment, data analysis, and corrective action.
We are collaborative.
ACHC believes in partnership, not punishment. We succeed when you succeed, so our staff is accessible, and your questions are encouraged before your survey and throughout your accreditation.
We are flexible.
Accreditation can be concurrent, sequential, or staggered based on your needs and priority while still accommodating the requirements of an unannounced survey.
You gain:
A customized solution
We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model for accreditation. ACHC works with you to develop a plan that meets your needs for education as well as for an accreditation survey.
A knowledge base
We become an extension of your team, adding expertise to support your staff's development. We research regulatory issues at the state and federal level and dig for answers.
A reputation for excellence
ACHC accreditation is a recognized sign of your organization's commitment to quality. It’s an achievement to be proud of and a confirmation of the value you provide to those in your care.
The ACHC approach: Surrounding you with education
ACHC surrounds you with accessible, responsive resources to fit your needs.
ACHC Clinical Staff provides resources for standards interpretation and problem solving.
Our Regulatory Team conducts research and shares knowledge about federal and state requirements.
ACHC Offers More: Your Single Source Solution
A single accreditation resource offers a consistent process and approach, creating opportunity for cost savings while making it easier for staff to understand expectations and align practice across departments and teams. ACHC accreditation programs cover the continuum of care.
You deserve a better accreditation experience.
Other AOs don’t want you to know, but you can make the switch from your current accrediting organization at any time without risk to your Medicare certification. Our clinical and administrative staff will support a smooth transition with customizable onboarding resources.
No annual fees
No unrealistic standards.
No “accredit and abandon.” We’re here to support you!
We’ve created a Transition Resource Guide that describes how we’re changing the culture of accreditation.
Ready to get started?
ACHC accreditation welcomes your hospital to a community of quality- and patient-focused professionals. Learn from your peers at monthly Coffee Chats, quarterly stroke practice-sharing sessions, and our annual ACHCU Academy. Contact us to get started.
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ACHC surrounds you with essential resources to empower your team and advance improvements. Our popular Surveyor Quality Review delivers valuable insights on top deficiencies and must-have tips for compliance.
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