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Office-Based Surgery Accreditation
Minimizing risk and maximizing value.
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Medical and dental offices that provide procedural services under minimal to moderate sedation are considered office-based surgery settings for the purpose of accreditation. Patients may not care about that detail, but they do care about safe, high-quality services.
As the owner or administrator, you’re not just responsible for providing care. You’re also running a business, which means you’re tasked with growing the practice, controlling expenses, and competing against other, similar facilities in your area. You should not have to do it all on your own. That’s where ACHC comes in.
Partnering with us for office-based surgery accreditation means you have an ally in your most important initiatives. Our standards and process help you identify and mitigate safety risks and improve business efficiency. When you earn ACHC Office-Based Surgery Accreditation, your new status will allow you to stand out from your competitors as a practice committed to delivering a higher quality of care.
Welcome
Office-based surgery practices have entered a whole new era. Accreditation has never been more important than in recent years; increasingly, many states are requiring accreditation for every healthcare practice that sedates patients.
My years spent working with organizations seeking accreditation have made it clear that this process can drain already limited resources at OBS practices, especially those that are new or have no prior experience with accreditation. ACHC’s OBS program is designed for relevance to these organizations with an emphasis on safety and quality standards that support risk management. But where we really set ourselves apart from other accreditation organizations is how we deliver our services. We believe in a collaborative approach to accreditation, and we pride ourselves on providing unparalleled customer service. That’s why you’ll have your own Account Advisor and access to a clinical team from day one. And for organizations in states where accreditation is mandated, we offer a two-step process to help practices meet state requirements faster and with less stress.
Rommie Johnson, MPH, PMP
Program Director
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.
Why choose ACHC?
We support risk management.
ACHC standards emphasize intentional planning and consistent implementation of the services you provide.
We are collaborative.
ACHC believes in partnership, not punishment. We succeed when you succeed, so our staff is accessible, and your questions are encouraged throughout your accreditation cycle.
We focus on education.
When you understand the intent of the standards and specific actions you can take to meet them, confidence grows. ACHC provides opportunities to build meaningful knowledge and skills.
We put customers first.
ACHC leads with customer service. Our mission is to deliver the best possible accreditation experience.
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.
Ready to get started?
New practice, but no accreditation?
If you are opening an office-based surgery practice, have applied for state licensure but are not yet accredited, ACHC has great news for you. We’ve created the program to help streamline the initial process and give you the support you need through your first year of operation.
ACHC’s Preliminary Survey Assessment option makes it simple:
Check your state regulations
Does your organization perform procedures that require patient sedation? If so, your state may mandate accreditation.
If you’re not accredited yet, don’t worry. ACHC’s got you covered. Our office-based surgery accreditation team members are experts in both interpreting and meeting state requirements and can guide you through our straightforward process.
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You deserve a better accreditation experience.
Let ACHC offer you more.
Call (855) 937-2242 or email to learn why ACHC’s collaborative approach is a better fit for your office-based surgery practice’s specific accreditation needs. Transitioning is easier than it seems. Click here to learn more.
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