Both Becky Desaulniers and Susan Murtha have been registered nurses for over 30 years and have extensive experience working in home health. They are currently clinical review specialists for the ACHC Home Health Accreditation Program. Posted: December 23,...
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Documentation Gaps Dominate Home Health Survey Deficiencies
By: Susan Mills, RN, Senior Program Director Susan Mills worked more than three decades as a registered nurse serving home health and hospice organizations. In her current role at ACHC, she guides Home Health, Hospice, and Home Infusion Therapy Accreditation. She also...
The Comprehensive Assessment in Home Health
By: Becky Tolson, RN, BS Manager, Survey Operations Posted: August 5, 2025A comprehensive assessment is a critical first step in developing an individualized plan of care for home health patients. The Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and ACHC Standards...
Infection Control Breaches in Home Health
By: Becky Tolson, RN, BS Manager, Survey Operations Posted: June 20, 2025Infection control is a crucial area of focus during home health accreditation surveys. Surveyors assess written policies and procedures and shadow clinicians on patient home visits to observe...
Home Health Plan of Care: A Continuous, Collaborative Approach to Patient-Centered Services
By: Lisa Meadows, MSW, Senior Manager, Clinical Operations Posted: April 2, 2025A well-structured plan of care is the foundation of quality home health care, ensuring that patients receive individualized care that meets their needs. Developing an effective plan of...




