Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care

Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care Founded in 1979, AAAHC is the leader in ambulatory health care accreditation with more than 6,800 organizations accredited.

We advocate for the provision of high-quality health care through the development and adoption of nationally recognized standards.

AAAHC encourages health care professionals, Surveyors, professional associations, and other stakeholders to review propo...
03/04/2026

AAAHC encourages health care professionals, Surveyors, professional associations, and other stakeholders to review proposed v45 Standards additions and revisions and submit feedback. We also urge you to share this opportunity with colleagues and professional networks to ensure broad and diverse input.

The public comment period is open today through April 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM CT.

Review the revisions and share your feedback today! https://www.aaahc.org/v45PublicComment



AHIP American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons - AAOMS Ambulatory Surgery Center Association American College Health Association Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) AORN National Association of Community Health Centers American Medical Association ADS - Association for Dental Safety Society for Ambulatory Anesthesia American Academy of Ophthalmology

The latest issue of Triangle Times Today is here!A key area of change to the proposed addition of AAAHC v45 Standards ad...
02/20/2026

The latest issue of Triangle Times Today is here!

A key area of change to the proposed addition of AAAHC v45 Standards addresses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ambulatory care. This month's edition also features

> Advancing cardiovascular care through AAAHC Accreditation
> What you need to know about CMS moving the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program fully paperless
> Best practices for Immediate Use Steam Sterilization (IUSS) in health care settings
> The next evolution of the AAAHC Advanced Orthopaedic Certification (AOC) program

Read the latest issue today! https://www.aaahc.org/Feb2026TriangleTimesToday

Join AAAHC as we honor the commitment, expertise, and empathy of ambulatory care nurses across our communities. Special ...
02/05/2026

Join AAAHC as we honor the commitment, expertise, and empathy of ambulatory care nurses across our communities.

Special thanks to the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) for leading this year's celebration! https://www.aaahc.org/AmbulatoryCareNursesWeek2026

It's that time of year again for the next Kershner QI Award! We encourage ALL AAAHC accredited organizations to apply. T...
01/23/2026

It's that time of year again for the next Kershner QI Award! We encourage ALL AAAHC accredited organizations to apply.

This prestigious award recognizes QI studies that make an impact on your organization and patients. Finalists receive;

> An honorarium of $500
> Complimentary registration for Achieving Accreditation in Dec
> Publication of QI Study posters in AAAHC communications and events
> A certificate to display at your facility

Don't delay. Submissions are due Mar 31, 2026. https://www.aaahc.org/2026KershnerQIAward

We continue to celebrate the more than 75,000 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists and residents in nurse anesthesiol...
01/23/2026

We continue to celebrate the more than 75,000 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists and residents in nurse anesthesiology programs across the United States.

As National CRNA Week 2026 closes, join AAAHC as we honor these dedicated professionals and the care they provide each and every day. https://www.aaahc.org/CRNAWeek2026

AAAHC Benchmarking Studies are open for 2026! Our valuable studies inform quality improvement, compare progress with pee...
01/22/2026

AAAHC Benchmarking Studies are open for 2026! Our valuable studies inform quality improvement, compare progress with peers, and guide your goals to advance ambulatory care. Studies include:

> Allergy Documentation
> Colonoscopy Practices
> Hand Hygiene
> Medication Reconciliation
> Cataract Extraction with Lens Insertion
> Safe Injection Practices
> Emergency Preparedness

Take your team's care to the next level. Register today! https://www.aaahc.org/2026BenchmarkingStudies

The latest issue of Triangle Times Today is here! This month's edition shares six readiness resolutions for 2026, practi...
01/20/2026

The latest issue of Triangle Times Today is here!

This month's edition shares six readiness resolutions for 2026, practical ways to support behavioral health among your patients and care teams, and much more!

Read the latest issue today! https://www.aaahc.org/Jan2026TriangleTimesToday

Happy Holidays from AAAHC! Our office will be closed on Thursday, Dec 25, to celebrate with family and friends.Wishing e...
12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from AAAHC! Our office will be closed on Thursday, Dec 25, to celebrate with family and friends.

Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday season!https://www.aaahc.org/HappyHolidays2025

The December edition of Triangle Times Today is here! This month’s issue features insights from AAAHC President & CEO ...
12/19/2025

The December edition of Triangle Times Today is here!

This month’s issue features insights from AAAHC President & CEO Noel Adachi and covers the importance of integrating AAAHC Standards into workflows and leadership oversight.

Plus, look for an article on 2026 AAAHC Benchmarking Studies. Pre-register today! The Segment 1 study period begins January 5. Early registration ensures access to a maximum number of studies. Be part of the next wave of benchmarking success!

Read the latest issue and get all the details. https://www.aaahc.org/TriangleTimesTodayDec2025

Announcing the winners of the 2025 Bernard A. Kershner Innovations in Quality Improvement Awards and People’s Choice Awa...
12/16/2025

Announcing the winners of the 2025 Bernard A. Kershner Innovations in Quality Improvement Awards and People’s Choice Awards. 📈🏅👏

👉The University of Kansas Health System’s Indian Creek Campus Ambulatory Surgery Center in Overland Park, Kansas. Image 1 - AAAHC faculty member, Jan Brown, with Surgical/Procedural winners AND People’s Choice winners, Abi Brittain, Kyli Fink, and Megan Harbison.

👉New York University’s Student Health Center in New York, New York. Image 2 - Jan Brown with Primary Care winners, Julie Shahroudi, Kitty Chan, and Jasjot Kaur.

👉Georgia Institute of Technology’s Stamps Health Services in Atlanta, Georgia. Image 3 – Jan Brown with Primary Care People’s Choice winner, Theron Stancil, MBA.

These winners picked up their awards and shared their success stories at last week’s Achieving Accreditation program in Las Vegas.

Kudos to everyone - the health care community is grateful for your QI accomplishments! And thank you to everyone who submitted QI studies to be considered!

Interested in submitting your team’s QI study for a 2026 Kershner Award? Applications open January 5, 2026! https://www.aaahc.org/2025KershnerAwardWinners

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