Once the survey is submitted, an organization receives its certification decision within 60–90 days.
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8.24.2018 How long does it take to earn Physician and Hospital Quality Certification?
8.24.2018 What does Physician and Hospital Quality Certification cost?
Price varies by organization and is based on number of physicians and number of programs. Contact NCQA for pricing information.
PHQ
8.24.2018 How do I get started with LTSS Distinction for Health Plans?
If you are not currently accredited and want to learn more, contact NCQA. If you are currently accredited and want to talk to someone about your status or about renewing or adding accreditations, submit a question through My NCQA.
HP 2020
8.24.2018 What is the process for earning Managed Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation?
The first step to earning accreditation is a discussion with an NCQA program expert. Purchase and review the program resources, conduct a gap analysis and submit your online application.
Align your organization’s processes with the CR standards. NCQA conducts the survey and determines your accreditation status within 30 days of the final review.
See a step-by-step process.
MBHO 2019
8.24.2018 What is the process for earning Accreditation/Certification?
The first step to earning accreditation/certification is a discussion with an NCQA program expert. Purchase and review the program resources, conduct a gap analysis and submit your online application.
Align your organization’s processes with the standards. NCQA conducts the survey and determines your accreditation status within 30 days of the final review.
See a step-by-step process.
WHP 2013
8.24.2018 What is the process for earning LTSS Distinction for Case Management Organizations?
The first step to earning distinction is a discussion with an NCQA program expert. Purchase and review the program resources, conduct a gap analysis and submit your online application.
Align your organization’s processes with the standards. NCQA conducts the survey and determines your distinction status within 30 days of the final review.
See a step-by-step process.
CM 2017
8.24.2018 What is the process for earning CVO Certification?
The first step in earning Certification begins with an overview discussion with an NCQA program expert. Next, you will purchase the program resources, review, conduct a gap analysis and then submit your online application. Next you will align your processes with the standards. Finally, NCQA conducts the survey, creates a report and your Certification status is determined within 30 days of the final review. See a step-by-step process.
CVO
8.24.2018 How do we earn Physician and Hospital Quality Certification?
Organizations must go through a survey and submit documentation to NCQA. The survey score determines certification. See a step-by-step process.
PHQ
8.24.2018 How do I get started with Health Plan Accreditation?
If you are not currently accredited and want to learn more, contact NCQA. If you are currently accredited and want to talk to someone about your status or about renewing or adding accreditations, submit a question through My NCQA.
HP 2020
8.24.2018 Are there additional resources for health plans seeking LTSS Distinction?
- LTSS Best Practices Academy: Interactive forum for professionals to discuss strategies for coordinating quality long-term services and supports (LTSS) programs.
- LTSS Roadmap: A compilation of resources to guide organizations through meeting Case Management and Health Plan Standards for LTSS.
HP 2020
8.24.2018 How do I get started with CVO Certification?
If you are not currently certified and are interested in learning more, contact NCQA. If you are currently Certified and want to talk to someone about your current status, renewing or adding Certifications, submit a question through My NCQA.
CVO 2016
8.24.2018 Are there additional resources for case management organizations seeking LTSS Distinction?
- LTSS Best Practices Academy: Interactive forum for professionals to discuss strategies for coordinating quality long-term services and supports (LTSS) programs.
- LTSS Roadmap: A compilation of resources to guide organizations through meeting Case Management and Health Plan Standards for LTSS.
CM 2017