2 Jun 2025
🏥Approval of Joint Commission for Medicare Hospice Accreditation
Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Application From The Joint Commission for Continued Approval of its Hospice Accreditation Program
Summary
This notice announces our decision to approve The Joint Commission for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for hospices 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 text details the approval of The Joint Commission as an accrediting organization for hospices under Medicare and Medicaid, impacting compliance requirements for hospices. Businesses must adhere to new accreditation standards and regulations, affecting operational practices and eventual reimbursements.