List of healthcare accreditation organisations in the USA
- List of healthcare accreditation organisations in the USA
The following organisations survey and accredit hospitals and healthcare organisations in the USA.
A number have deeming power for Medicare and Medicaid. [http://www.retailhomecare.com/accreditation.asp]
* Joint Commission
* Community Health Accreditation Program, (CHAP)
* Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc. (ACHC)
* The Compliance Team, "Exemplary Provider Programs"
* Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation, (HQAA)
* TÜV Healthcare Specialists
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