AAAHC is the leader in ambulatory health care accreditation and serves as an advocate for the provision and documentation of high-quality health services, accomplished through the development of standards and through its survey and accreditation programs. With more than 6,100 organizations accredited, we serve a wide range of organizations including ambulatory surgery centers, office-based surgery centers, endoscopy centers, student health centers, medical and dental group practices, community health centers, employer-based health clinics, retail clinics, and Indian/Tribal health centers, among others.
Accreditation assesses the effectiveness of administering the delivery of appropriate, accessible, high-quality health care and services to a defined membership via provider networks and health care services. Accredited organizations demonstrate high-quality care in an environment that promotes patient safety.