Is ABC Facility Accreditation recognized by Medicare?
What specific programs does ABC accredit?
How long has ABC been accrediting facilities?
Is ABC Facility Accreditation recognized by Medicare?Yes, ABC has been awarded Deemed Status as an accrediting organization for suppliers of Durable Medical Equipment, Orthotics, Prosthetics and Supplies (DMEPOS) by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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What specific programs does ABC accredit?ABC has programs that are geared towards facilities providing orthotics and prosthetics. ABC’s accreditation programs include:* Comprehensive Orthotics & Prosthetics * Comprehensive Orthotics * Comprehensive Prosthetics * Prefabricated Orthotics * Off-the-Shelf Orthotics * Comprehensive Pedorthics * Non-Custom Therapeutic Footwear * Mastectomy * Ocular Prosthetics
ABC also provides accreditation for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Ancillary Assistive Devices (AAD). Please note, to become accredited with DME or AAD, your facility must be providing one of the above listed services.
How long has ABC been accrediting facilities?ABC implemented its facility accreditation program in 1948.
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If you have questions or need more information about the Facility Accreditation program, contact
Christine MichaelAccreditation Coordinatorcmichael@abcop.org(703) 836-7114 x 250
Carolyn WrightStandards and Compliance Specialistcwright@abcop.org(703) 836-7114 x 248
Chrissy HeckenbergDirector, Facility Accreditationcheckenberg@abcop.org(703) 836-7114 x 223
Tammi RichardsManager, Facility Accreditationtrichards@abcop.org(703) 836-7114 x 230
Paolo AstorgaFacility Accreditation Assistantpastorga@abcop.org(703) 836-7114 x 205
Kyle SinsAssistant Standards andCompliance Specialistksins@abcop.org(703) 836-7114 x 200