The Business of Senior Care is an official ACHC Strategic Partner. We help home care, home health, and hospice agencies achieve ACHC accreditation across all 50 states — from initial application through survey success and beyond.
The Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) is a nonprofit accreditation organization that has been setting standards for quality care since 1986. ACHC accreditation demonstrates that your home care, home health, or hospice agency meets rigorous national standards for quality, safety, and operational excellence.
ACHC holds CMS Deeming Authority, which means that ACHC-accredited agencies can skip the standard Medicare certification survey process — a major advantage for agencies seeking Medicare enrollment.
As an official ACHC Strategic Partner, The Business of Senior Care brings deep, hands-on knowledge of the ACHC accreditation process — and a track record of helping agencies succeed. We don't just help you file paperwork; we prepare you to thrive in your survey and maintain compliance for years to come.
We are a recognized ACHC Strategic Partner — meaning ACHC endorses our expertise and our ability to help agencies prepare for accreditation. This isn't just a credential; it's a relationship built on results.
Whether you're in California, Texas, Florida, or any other state, TBOSC can guide your agency through the ACHC accreditation process. We understand both national ACHC standards and state-specific regulatory nuances.
From your initial ACHC application through your on-site survey and beyond, TBOSC provides comprehensive consulting at every stage. We prepare your policies, your documentation, and your team — so nothing is left to chance.
Accreditation doesn't end on survey day. Our Compliance Defender Program keeps your agency in continuous compliance between 3-year accreditation cycles — so your renewal is never a scramble.
The ACHC accreditation process typically takes 3 to 6 months from application to final accreditation decision. With TBOSC as your consulting partner, you'll be prepared at every stage and positioned to move through the process with confidence.
Before you apply, TBOSC conducts a thorough readiness assessment of your agency — reviewing your current policies, procedures, staffing, documentation, and operational practices against ACHC standards. This gap analysis tells us exactly where to focus your preparation efforts.
We guide you through the ACHC application process — helping you select the right program(s), complete your application accurately, and submit with all required documentation. Getting the application right from the start avoids delays and back-and-forth with ACHC.
ACHC requires comprehensive, ACHC-specific policies and procedures. TBOSC develops or reviews your P&P manual to ensure every required policy is in place, written correctly, and aligned with ACHC's Disease-Specific Care (DSC) standards and your specific program type.
Your team is your greatest asset — and your survey's greatest risk if unprepared. TBOSC helps train your administrators and clinical staff on ACHC standards, what to expect from the surveyor, and how to answer questions confidently and accurately during the on-site review.
Before your ACHC surveyor arrives, TBOSC conducts a comprehensive mock survey to identify any remaining gaps and ensure your agency is fully prepared. We walk through every standard, review your documentation, and verify that your physical environment and processes meet ACHC requirements.
TBOSC provides support during and after your ACHC on-site survey. If your surveyor identifies any areas requiring a Plan of Correction (POC), we help you respond promptly and effectively — protecting your accreditation decision and keeping the process on track.
ACHC offers free and low-cost educational webinars through ACHCU — the ACHC University — covering accreditation standards, survey preparation, compliance topics, and more. These webinars are an excellent complement to TBOSC's consulting services.
Featured Resource
ACHCU offers live and on-demand webinars on home health, hospice, private duty, and specialty topics — many of which are free. Browse their current home health webinar schedule and register to stay current on ACHC standards.
ACHC Partner Webinar
Lucas Carroll joined ACHC University for this exclusive webinar on building a culture of continuous improvement in your home care agency. Learn QAPI implementation, survey preparation, and how to meet ACHC accreditation standards.
In addition to ACHCU resources, TBOSC provides its own ACHC-focused training for agency owners and administrators. Contact us to learn about our upcoming accreditation preparation sessions.
Lucas Carroll sat down with Barb Provini, Associate Clinical Director at ACHC, to discuss what home care agencies need to know about accreditation, compliance, and building a survey-ready culture.
Featured Interview
Guest: Barb Provini, Associate Clinical Director, Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC)
Host: Lucas Carroll, Founder & CEO, The Business of Senior Care
Barb Provini is the Associate Clinical Director at ACHC, one of the leading accreditation bodies for home care agencies in the United States with CMS Deeming Authority for Home Health, Hospice, and DMEPOS.
Use this checklist to assess where your agency stands before beginning the ACHC accreditation process. TBOSC can help you address any gaps.
Not sure how you stack up? Book a free readiness consultation with TBOSC and we'll walk through your agency's current status and create a clear action plan.
As an official ACHC Strategic Partner, The Business of Senior Care is uniquely positioned to guide your agency through every step of the accreditation process — from readiness assessment through survey day and ongoing compliance. Let's build something that lasts.