Which organization would you contact to verify accreditation of a rehabilitation facility?

• A. CARF
• B. Joint Commission
• C. CMS
• D. WHO

Answer: (A)

Accreditation is a formal recognition by an independent body that a facility meets defined standards. To verify a rehabilitation facility’s accreditation, you contact the organization that granted the accreditation. CARF specializes in rehabilitation services and programs and maintains up-to-date records of accredited facilities, making it the direct source to confirm status. While the Joint Commission accredits many healthcare organizations and CMS oversees Medicare/Medicaid participation, the question targets rehabilitation-focused accreditation, which CARF specifically provides. The World Health Organization does not serve as a standard accrediting body for individual rehabilitation facilities. Therefore, CARF is the correct organization to contact to verify accreditation.