8 AAAHC Core Standards

The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care Standards describe organizational characteristics that AAAHC deems to be essential for high-quality patient care.

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Here are eight AAAHC core standards that are applicable to all organizations:

1. Patient rights and responsibilities.
2. Governance.
3. Administration.
4. Quality of care provided.
5. Quality management and improvement.
6. Clinical records and health information.
7. Infection prevention and control and safety.
8. Facilities and environment.

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