AAAHC, the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, is a renowned organization focused on accrediting ambulatory health care facilities. With a strong history dating back to its founding in 1979, AAAHC has become a leader in its field, currently accrediting over 6,600 organizations. These organizations include a diverse range of ambulatory settings such as ambulatory surgery centers, office-based surgery centers, endoscopy centers, and more.

AAAHC is committed to promoting high-quality health care by developing and implementing nationally recognized standards. They offer a valuable survey experience, based on a peer-based and educational approach to onsite reviews. The AAAHC Certificate of Accreditation is a recognized symbol of an organization's dedication to providing safe and exceptional services to patients throughout the 1,095-day accreditation cycle.

It is respected by third-party payers, medical professional associations, liability insurance companies, state and federal agencies, and the general public. For those looking to strengthen their accreditation readiness, AAAHC offers the Achieving Accreditation program. This interactive event helps organizations prepare for their AAAHC survey while gaining a deeper understanding of AAAHC standards.

AAAHC also recognizes outstanding quality improvement efforts through the annual Kershner Quality Improvement Award. At AAAHC, their mission is to elevate the quality of care provided by ambulatory health care organizations and ensure patient safety. They are dedicated to helping organizations thrive in an ever-evolving health care landscape.

Explore their history, career opportunities, and more on their website