Hawaii HB1540 authorizes the Department of Health to accept accreditation as proof of compliance for home health agencies.

Hawaii HB1540 amends the state's home health licensing requirements. It allows the Department of Health to accept accreditation from recognized organizations as evidence that a home health agency meets all state licensing inspections. This applies to agencies licensed by the department and accredited or certified by organizations recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The bill also allows the department to inspect agencies exempt from licensing inspections if there are complaints or adverse findings. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

Hawaii HB1540 authorizes the Department of Health to accept accreditation as proof of compliance for home health agencies.

Hawaii HB1540 amends the state's home health licensing requirements. It allows the Department of Health to accept accreditation from recognized organizations as evidence that a home health agency meets all state licensing inspections. This applies to agencies licensed by the department and accredited or certified by organizations recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The bill also allows the department to inspect agencies exempt from licensing inspections if there are complaints or adverse findings. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.