A home care agency that opts to be surveyed for Medicare certification by The Joint Commission would be deemed to be in compliance with the Conditions of Participation upon accreditation by the commission.

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The Joint Commission is recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as a national accrediting organization whose accreditation of a health care organization demonstrates compliance with Medicare's Conditions of Participation. Therefore, a home care agency accredited by The Joint Commission would be deemed to be in compliance with these conditions.

A Home Care Agency That Opts to Be Surveyed for Medicare