Why EHNAC Accreditation?
Accreditation supports continuous improvement of an organization while helping to raise the standards of an industry as a whole, evaluating performance measured against industry-established standards. The accreditation process and the work of an independent accrediting body protect the interests of the general public while providing a benchmark for prospective users to evaluate service capabilities. The Commission holds a seat on the EHNAC standards committee and has already effectively lobbied for the adoption of certain standards (e.g., open connectivity and stronger confidentiality measures). By granting EHNAC deemed status and opting to work with EHNAC in the continuous improvement of these standards, the Commission supports the evolution of national standards for clearinghouses and networks. State standards could prove costly to both providers in terms of quality and the EDI industry in terms of accreditation costs.
