The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care resumed conducting accreditation surveys June 1, a spokesperson confirmed by email.
The organization had delayed elective surveys because of the COVID-19 pandemic. AAAHC surveyors continued to complete high-priority emergency surveys during the pandemic.
AAAHC created an array of resources to assist practices during COVID-19-related shutdowns.
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