____________ is a accrediting community bases health care organization (home health, Hospice). It has received deeming authority from CMS for home health, hospice and home medical equipment agencies.

The Joint Commission holds CMS deeming authority for hospitals, ambulatory care, and behavioral health organizations - not specifically for home health, hospice, or home medical equipment agencies.

The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) primarily accredits osteopathic medical schools and hospitals, not community-based or home care organizations.

The Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP) is a private nonprofit organization that accredits community-based healthcare organizations including home health agencies, hospices, and home medical equipment providers. CHAP has received deeming authority from CMS, meaning its accredited agencies are considered to meet Medicare and Medicaid conditions of participation without a separate government survey.