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ACHC Receives Deeming Authority for Home Infusion …

WEBTweet. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its recognition of Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) as a national accrediting organization for home infusion therapy suppliers …

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Now Available: ACHC Home Health Standards & Educational …

WEBNov 15, 2017 9:30:19 AM / by ACHC. Tweet. On January, 9, 2017, CMS finalized the first major revision to the Medicare Home Health Conditions of Participation (CoPs) in more …

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ACHC Blog Home Health

WEBWhile starting a new skilled home health agency (HHA) can be exciting and rewarding, it can also be a long and time-intensive process. Although there is a growing need for …

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The Medicare Home Health CoP Implementation Day is Here!

WEBToday, January 13, 2018, is the day for which all home health agencies have been preparing since CMS finalized the first major revision to the Medicare Home Health …

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The Role of the IDT in Meeting Hospice Regulatory Requirements

WEBThe Role of the IDT in Meeting Hospice Regulatory Requirements. The essential function of the interdisciplinary team, IDT, is to work together as a cohesive …

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Don’t let a natural disaster interrupt your patients’ oxygen supply

WEBBy Cynthia Gray, BS, RRT-RPFT. “Providing oxygen tanks for a short amount of time is reasonable. Most home medical equipment companies provide the patient with …

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Key Steps to Opening a Medicare-Certified Home …

WEBWhile starting a new skilled home health agency (HHA) can be exciting and rewarding, it can also be a long and time-intensive process. Although there is a growing need for HHAs with the population of people …

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The Changing Healthcare Environment: An Interview with Kim

WEBTheir not-for-profit system includes advanced imaging centers, nursing and assisted-living centers, outpatient campuses, physical therapy and rehabilitation …

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A New Option for California Home Health Licensure

WEBWith more than 500 initial licensure applications pending approval in California, home health agencies are being forced to wait up to two years before …

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ACHC Approved for Ongoing Home Health and Hospice Licensure …

WEBJan 19, 2018 11:01:36 AM / by ACHC. Tweet. In a recent press release, Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) announced its approval by the Maryland …

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CMS Lifts Home Health Moratoria in FL, TX, MI & IL

WEBBe providing home health nursing and at least one qualifying therapeutic service. The qualifying therapeutic services include physical therapy, speech therapy, …

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Stepping Stones: 5 Tips to Prepare for Specialty Pharmacy

WEBAs you prepare to begin this process, here are some ways you can help ensure a successful audit: Build a Culture of Quality: When a health system specialty pharmacy …

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Are You Asking the Right Questions About the Cost of DME

WEBAt ACHC, our pricing is all-inclusive, so you know exactly what you are paying for up front. This price covers your survey as well as all three years of your …

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Advisor Tips: On-Site Survey

WEBIn this Advisor Tips video with Danny Hupp, one of ACHC's DMEPOS and Pharmacy Accreditation Advisors, he discusses three tips to help you prepare for your …

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CMS Home Health Sanctions: Protect yourself with ACHC …

WEBWith the implementation of the first phase of CMS sanctions for Home Health providers on July 1, 2013, agencies across the country are rightfully concerned …

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Our P&P Manuals Can Be a Guide to Your Success and Stability

WEBNOTE: Our P&P pharmacy manuals are designed for one program and one location. Feel Free to ask ACHCU about pricing for more than one location or program. We believe in …

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Are You in Compliance with Emergency Preparedness …

WEBNov 10, 2017 3:52:39 PM / by ACHC. Tweet. On September 8, 2016, the Federal Register posted the final rule Emergency Preparedness Requirements for Medicare and Medicaid …

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Why You Should Dwell on Dwell Time!

WEBThe dwell time is the contact time the product is required to remain on the surface to effectively kill bacteria and germs. Since products differ, they may have …

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ACHC Blog ACHC Survey Readiness

WEBAccreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) is dedicated to delivering the best possible experience and to partnering with organizations and healthcare professionals …

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Maintaining Survey Readiness

WEBAs Clinical Compliance Educator for Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty, Lisa brings over 20 years of medical social work experience to the classroom, …

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