The most recent issue of AAAHC Connection focuses on patient satisfaction. The organization has included patient satisfaction in their standards for more than 30 years.
ASC Accreditation, Licensure & Medicare Certification
Ambulatory surgery centers, known for their low infection rates and high-quality care, must earn and keep accreditation to ensure that the standard of care at their facility is top-notch. Accreditation affects both patient volume as well as reimbursement.
The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care granted accreditation to the Athenix Physicians Group Northwest in Washington, according to an AAAHC newsletter.
American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities board president earned the career achievement award from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
There will be new diagnostic imaging requirements for ambulatory centers accredited by The Joint Commission in effect July 1.
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Two outpatient surgery centers received accreditation recently.
The Joint Commission released an antimicrobial stewardship toolkit.
Bayside Endoscopy Center of the University Endoscopy Group received accreditation earlier this year, according to an AAAHC newsletter.
The Joint Commission joined the White House Forum on Antibiotic Stewardship's efforts to promote effective antibiotic stewardship at healthcare facilities.
The Joint Commission reported on the top five most challenging requirements last year.