Zdrowie i gospodarka · 24/09/2004

Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Application by the American Osteopathic Association for Continued Approval of Deeming Authority for Hospitals

This proposed notice with comment period acknowledges the receipt of an application from the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) for continued recognition as a national accreditation program for hospitals that wish to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs. Section 1865(b)(3)(A) of the Social Security Act (the Act) requires that within 60 days of receipt of an organization's complete application, we publish a notice that identifies the national accrediting body making the request, describes the nature of the request, and provides at least a 30-day public comment period.