NAHQ CPHQ Practice Exam

Which of the following accrediting bodies have deemed status with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)?

1. Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and the Healthcare Facility Accreditation Program (HFAP)

2. ISO Certification and The Joint Commission (TJC)

3. The American Medical Association (AMA) and Commission Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)

4. The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and the National Quality Forum (NQF)

The correct answer is: Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and the Healthcare Facility Accreditation Program (HFAP)

The correct answer is A. Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and the Healthcare Facility Accreditation Program (HFAP) are the accrediting bodies that have deemed status with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Deemed status with CMS means that these accrediting organizations have been granted authority to survey healthcare organizations for compliance with the Medicare Conditions of Participation. This recognition indicates that organizations accredited by DNV or HFAP meet the federal health and safety regulations required for participation in the Medicare program. The other options, B, C, and D, are incorrect because ISO Certification, The Joint Commission (TJC), the American Medical Association (AMA), CARF, the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), and the National Quality Forum (NQF) do not have deemed status with CMS. While these organizations are respected in the healthcare industry and provide accreditation or certification services, only DNV and HFAP have the specific authority from CMS to deem compliance with Medicare regulations.