ACHC vs. CHAP vs. Joint Commission — Choosing Home Health Accreditation
All three are CMS-deemed. ACHC is most accessible for new agencies; CHAP is the legacy choice; JCAHO carries the most prestige and cost.
Medicare deems three accrediting organizations for home health: ACHC, CHAP, and The Joint Commission. Each provides the survey CMS requires for initial certification and ongoing compliance.
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