Why are these questions being asked by the accrediting agencies of New York State physician practices seeking accreditation?
New York State law is significantly different from the laws of most other states. New York State prohibits the “corporate practice of a profession”, which means that professionals may only practice under certain types of professional entities within Article 28 facilities. The DOH is requiring the accrediting agencies to ask these questions to ensure that the agencies are accrediting only appropriate physician practice entities. (In certain cases, New York State courts have required illegal practice entities to reimburse insurers for payments made to illegal practice entities, despite the fact that services have been rendered.
Related Questions
- Are the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and other accrediting agencies considered health oversight agencies?
- Why are these questions being asked by the accrediting agencies of New York State physician practices seeking accreditation?
- Can accreditation be given by multiple approved accrediting agencies?
