CMS’ accreditation overhaul: What it means for hospitals

Becker’s Hospital Review – Thursday, June 18, 2026
By Kelly Gooch

CMS is tightening oversight of accrediting organizations, prompting hospital leaders to examine what the changes could mean for accreditation surveys and survey preparation.

On June 12, the agency published a final rule strengthening oversight of the nine accrediting organizations that survey more than 9,000 Medicare-participating providers annually for compliance with federal health and safety requirements.

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