23 Jul 2025
🏥Notice on Medicare Accreditation for Critical Access Hospitals
Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Application From the Accreditation Commission for Health Care for Continued Approval of Its Critical Access Hospital Accreditation Program
Summary
This notice acknowledges the receipt of an application from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for critical access hospitals that wish to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Business Impact
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The notice details regulatory requirements and compliance processes for healthcare organizations seeking Medicare and Medicaid participation. Specifically, businesses such as critical access hospitals must adhere to accreditation standards mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Non-compliance can impact their ability to operate, affecting revenue.