After an ASC receives accreditation, essential steps need to be taken to maintain it, according to Pinnacle III, an ASC management company.
The company outlined four ways ASC staff can maintain accreditation standards:
1. Quizzes. Frequently testing staff on the types of questions a surveyor would ask helps identify topics staff may need to be trained on.
2. Mock surveys. Bringing in a trained consultant to evaluate an ASC between surveying periods can help ensure an ASC maintains standards.
3. Staff engagement. Encouraging staff to report compliance concerns can act as a learning opportunity.
4. Education. Keeping staff up to date when processes and policies are changed ensures everyone is on the same page.