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HQAA LEADS DME/HME INDUSTRY IN ONLINE ACCREDITATION SUPPORT

Growth Leads to Expansion for Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation

WATERLOO, IOWA (July 22, 2009) – Achieving national-level accreditation as a durable and home medical equipment (DME/HME) company has been made more efficient through the online support and advanced technological solutions created by Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation (HQAA), a premier ancillary care accreditation organization headquartered in Waterloo, Iowa. As the pioneer of the first industry-exclusive accreditation process that uses an online support methodology, HQAA has raised the bar in efficiency, saving DME/HME providers time, money and stress during the accreditation process. In addition to 24/7 access, HQAA validates the implementation of quality-centered business practices with on-site visits by field surveyors.

HQAA is the only accreditation organization to combine an all-electronic methodology with individualized accreditation coaching, finalized by an on-site survey. The company is committed to upholding rigorous quality standards, online and offline, in every aspect of the business, from patient care and business practices to home deliveries. HQAA developed a technological answer to the management of maintaining accreditation achievements between accreditation periods through a unique, "bite-size" accreditation approach.

"HQAA benefits everyone involved. DME/HME providers meet high quality standards and patients have more choice where to receive quality care and support," said Mary Nicholas, Executive Director at HQAA. "In addition, managed care organizations benefit through the potential to cut costs – and that’s good for the health of our entire industry."

HQAA is the fastest-growing accreditation organization for DME/HME providers. Since its establishment in 2005, HQAA has doubled its business each year. "To date, HQAA has accredited close to 5,000 DME/HME locations nationwide. This rapid growth is behind our expansion," said Nicholas. "We’ve planned a grand opening event and open house on Thursday, July 30, to showcase our new offices in Waterloo and the work we do."

HQAA awards accreditation for a comprehensive list of ancillary care services including: HME suppliers, medical supply provider services, respiratory programs, medication programs, rehabilitation technology supplier services, home infusion companies, and pharmacies. For more information about HQAA, please visit our website at www.HQAA.org.

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