This final rule with comment period sets forth provisions to strengthen the oversight of Medicare national accrediting organizations by addressing conflicts of interest, establishing consistent standards, processes, and definitions, and updating the validation and performance standards systems. Additionally, this final rule with comment period revises the psychiatric hospital survey process, adds a limitation on terminated deemed providers and suppliers when reentering the program, and provides technical corrections for End-Stage Renal Disease facilities and Transplant Programs.
US Federal Register - CMS Rules · June 16, 2026
Medicare Program; Strengthening Oversight of Accrediting Organizations and Preventing AO Conflicts of Interest
Original title: Medicare Program; Strengthening Oversight of Accrediting Organizations (AOs) and Preventing AO Conflicts of Interest, and Related Provisions
Final rule strengthens Medicare oversight of accrediting organizations, addresses conflicts of interest, and updates validation and performance standards.
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