Hawaii SB2272 allows the Department of Health to accept accreditation from recognized organizations as proof of compliance for licensed home health.
Hawaii SB2272 amends state law to authorize the Department of Health to accept accreditation from organizations recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as evidence that a licensed home health agency meets all state licensing inspection requirements. This applies to agencies that are accredited or certified and hold a current state license. The bill also allows the Department of Health to inspect agencies exempt from licensing inspections if there are complaints, adverse findings, or during periodic validation surveys.
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