Theory on Accreditation

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This paper describes various accreditation models used in the US in the field of health care. Different models of accreditation and the situations in which they are used are presented. The similarities and differences in models are also discussed. The length of time accreditation is valid and the accrediting body's credentials are also explored. Pertinent research studies are analyzed. The author concludes that the accreditation process, along with accreditation standards and operations must directly involve research participants.

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"In the United States accreditation efforts "followed one of two models, although a third model can also be observed". The first of these models consists in supplementing government regulation through accreditation. In this case, accreditation would be considered a mark of excellence held by organizations already regulated by the government. Only a fraction of these entities are accredited. This model was illustrated by the NCQA program (NCQA 2001a). In the United states the organizations are regulated by state insurance departments, state health departments, or DHHS. Accreditation is perceived as an indicator of performance higher than the required minimum."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Preserving Public Trust: Accreditation and Human Research Participant Protection Programs (2001). Committee on Assessing the System for Protecting Human Research Subjects, Board on Health Sciences Policy, Institute of Medicine

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