Get Started – Building Accountability for Behavioral Health Organizations

Benefits of Accreditation

For policymakers and regulators. Defines high-quality behavioral health services, helps to identify organizations that provide value and can streamline oversight processes.

 For accredited organizations. Provides a framework for evaluating behavioral health quality, access and outcomes. Aligns with Health Plan Accreditation and supports whole-person care.

 For consumers. Improves access to care and helps people find the types of practitioners and care they need.

“NCQA’s standards provide guardrails without being prescriptive, allowing organizations to develop processes and workflows that work best for them,” says Soucie.

 Learn More 

  • Learn more about the Behavioral Health Accreditation program.
  • Purchase a copy of the new Behavioral Health Accreditation standards in the NCQA Store.