Accreditation reduces risk and raises accountability
Accreditation is a review to determine if programs/services meet defined international standards of quality in health and human services.
We are your partner in provider management
Whether you are a third-party payer, referral source, insurer, or government regulator, we are your partner in provider and contract management.
By requiring CARF accreditation, regulators demonstrate accountability to the public that services are provided only by organizations that are committed to providing quality services and have sound financial stewardship.
Payer portal
Access our payer portal for information about a provider’s accreditation status, download lists of providers, and see current standards manuals.
Impact of accreditation
CARF-accredited providers on average see the following improvements from their first survey to their latest survey:
to quality standards
Benefits of accreditation
Quality assurance through these benefits of accreditation can aid in oversight and monitoring:
Improved provider performance
Accredited providers have quality management systems in place, continually seek to improve their performance, and are accountable through outcomes and evidence of their activities.
Risk management
Safety, beneficiary protection, and internal controls are incorporated into organizational operations, reducing potential negative outcomes for persons served or potential for fraud in services.
Accountability
Accredited providers demonstrate accountability to stakeholders as their programs/services have been reviewed by peer professionals and deemed to be accessible, appropriate, and effective.
Internationally accepted standards
Our comprehensive review process for standards includes the input of persons served, providers, payers, and regulators to ensure they are current and represent best practices globally.
Communication effectiveness
Persons receiving services and staff are well-informed and respected. Our standards and accreditation process require ongoing monitoring of feedback and satisfaction.
Quality framework
Program standards emphasize a person-focused approach to services and outcomes. Business practice standards ensure optimal organizational purpose, planning, and activity.
9,300+
Service providers
67,000+
Accredited programs and services
31,000+
Locations
13+ million
Persons served annually
Our reach
Countries, states, territories, and provinces on five continents recognize one or more of our areas of accreditation, and many mandate CARF accreditation exclusively.
Additional Resources
Share the following informational resources to educate providers, consumers, and lenders.
Accreditation areas
We accredit health and human service programs in multiple fields and across the continuum of care.
Training and education
Our learning opportunities are focused on helping providers enhance their services.
Consumer guides
Helpful guides designed for consumers seeking health and human services.
Aging service lenders
Information on how accreditation can help lenders seeking to invest in senior housing and services.