In the years since Medicare accreditation was announced as
a requirement, providers have realized the value of demonstrating to referral
partners and patients that they have earned a gold standard in HME service.
As providers face an increasingly competitive landscape and regulatory
hurdles, accreditation has become one way to stand out from the pack.
To earn accreditation, providers must show that they are following the
proper policies and procedures when it comes to claims documentation,
equipment handling, patient satisfaction and the production of better patient
outcomes. In addition to the financial value accreditation can bring providers
as a reputation booster, the process of earning the distinction allows businesses
to recognize where they can improve on regulatory matters and fix
those issues accordingly. While those errors may have fallen to the wayside
in previous eras, HME providers now have the chance to correct them and
obtain a status that recognizes that progress.
With the rise of specialized accreditation services, providers can also show
that they have expertise in areas that have become increasingly important in the
world of home medical equipment, including DMEPOS, home infusion therapy,
respiratory care and more. Requirements to obtain these accreditations may be
stringent, but once providers reach their goals, they can use the achievement to
boost their market value by showing they are among the best of the best.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the latest accreditation services for
providers, ranging from DMEPOS programs to specialized home respiratory
accreditation.
Advanced respiratory care program focused on driving better patient outcomes
www.thecomplianceteam.org
Medtrade Spring Booth no. 730
Commission offers a four-step program for DMEPOS accreditation
www.achc.org/dmepos.html
Medtrade Spring Booth no. 635
Learn strengths and weaknesses in real-time with DMEPOS accreditation process
www.jointcommission.org/homecare
Gain access to full-line and limited DMEPOS accreditation options
www.hqaa.org
Medtrade Spring Booth no. 832
Program provides flexible standards and experienced site inspectors
www.chapinc.org
Expedited survey option saves valuable time
www.bocusa.org