CMS Approves Joint Commission for Continued HHA Accreditation Through 2026
CMS has approved The Joint Commission for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for home health agencies seeking Medicare or Medicaid participation. The approval is effective July 10, 2026. Joint Commission-accredited HHAs are deemed to meet Medicare Conditions of Participation and Medicaid provider standards. This decision maintains the existing accreditation pathway for home health agencies providing services under managed care contracts and fee-for-service arrangements.
Medicaid MCOs contracting with Joint Commission-accredited home health agencies can continue relying on deemed status for network adequacy and provider compliance verification without additional state surveys.
Long-Term Care · LTSS · Managed Care
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