PROGRAMS

IN-HOME HOSPITAL CARE

Hospital-level care for chronic and episodic conditions.

Healthcare providers stand out when they combine their exceptional solutions with ACHC Accreditation. And through your innovative In-Home Hospital Care program, your patients and their families can put their trust in you to provide hospital-level care outside traditional in-hospital care settings.

Putting patient experience first.

Acknowledging that many patients would prefer treatment at home, organizations providing in-home hospital care assess patients for care beyond the scope of most home health agencies. This model also promotes improved outcomes at lower cost, making in-home hospital care an example of innovative, collaborative, patient-centered care. In general, the higher acuity and chronic conditions eligible for in-home care require visits at whatever frequency supports an effective treatment plan.

Innovative care. Improved outcomes.

Sometimes inpatient care is the only option, but often, advanced home-based care is a viable solution. Studies show us that keeping patients out of the hospital can minimize some risks. Home-based care can reduce readmissions, shorten stays, or even avoid admission altogether. ACHC Accreditation ensures safe, high quality care for your patient population.

Collaborative expertise.

Our survey standards were formulated with direct input by clinical staff and program experts, bringing together our home health expertise and our hospital expertise. Whether you are a hospital outsourcing for in-home care, or a home-based provider addressing high acuity care, we are an extension of your team. Together, we build better care for more patients.

About the Program Director

Deanna Scatena, RN, BSN, Associate Program Director, Acute Care Hospital & Critical Access Hospital.
With knowledge gained in performing patient care and standards interpretation and directing ACHC’s Hospital Accreditation and Certification programs, Deanna Scatena brings an ideal combination of insight and experience into leading ACHC’s In-Home Hospital Care Program. Deanna joined ACHC from HFAP, and she previously guided product development for specialty care certification with another accreditation organization and led clinical operations for government programs within Blue Cross and Blue Shield. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Lewis University.

“ACHC’s In-Home Hospital Care Accreditation represents a bold leap forward in healthcare innovation. By bringing hospital-level care into the home, this program not only enhances patient comfort and satisfaction but also supports health systems in providing more flexible, efficient care delivery. It’s a transformative approach that meets the evolving needs of today’s healthcare landscape.”

Deanna Scatena, RN, BSN, Director, ACHC In-Home Hospital Care Accreditation Program

“Through the IHHC Accreditation, ACHC is setting a new benchmark for quality in home-based acute care. This program rigorously evaluates how organizations operate, manage risk, and continually improve their services, ensuring that patients receive the same level of care they would expect in a traditional hospital setting. It’s about delivering excellence directly to the patient’s doorstep.”

Deanna Scatena, RN, BSN, Director, ACHC In-Home Hospital Care Accreditation Program

“The IHHC program by ACHC is a pivotal step forward in transforming healthcare delivery. It brings the hospital to the home, enabling patients to receive comprehensive, high-quality care without the need to be in a traditional hospital environment. This not only enhances the patient experience but also promotes better health outcomes through a more personalized and comfortable care setting.”

Deanna Scatena, RN, BSN, Director, ACHC In-Home Hospital Care Accreditation Program

“In-Home Hospital Care Accreditation by ACHC is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. This program enables health systems to extend their reach by providing high-quality, hospital-level care within the home, transforming the patient experience and optimizing care delivery. It’s a critical advancement in making healthcare more accessible, efficient, and responsive to patient needs.”

Deanna Scatena, RN, BSN, Director, ACHC In-Home Hospital Care Accreditation Program

In-Home Hospital Care has arrived. With it comes potential.

See how patient care reaches new levels when you read our in-depth look. 

Shifting demographics, advancing technology, changing regulations, and expanding reimbursement policies create opportunities to provide well-planned hospital-level patient care without a trip to a hospital.