# Federal Register #2026-19061

CMS Approval of DNV Healthcare USA Inc. for Hospital Accreditation Program Recognition

**Buyer:** Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
**Posted:** September 17, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-19061

This notice announces the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) approval of DNV Healthcare USA Inc. for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for hospitals in the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
- Government Buyer:
  - Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
  - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - DNV Healthcare USA Inc. (DNV)
- Products/Services Requested:
  - No products or services are being procured
  - Notice pertains to the approval of DNV's hospital accreditation program
- Unique or Notable Requirements:
  - DNV must comply with CMS standards for hospital accreditation
  - DNV's survey processes, corrective action procedures, and alignment with National Fire Protection Association codes were reviewed
  - DNV is authorized to accredit hospitals for Medicare and Medicaid participation
- No part numbers, purchase quantities, or procurement actions are included in this notice

### Description

This notice acknowledges the approval of an application from DNV Healthcare USA Inc. (DNV) for continued CMS recognition as a national accrediting organization for hospitals that wish to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs. The approval is effective from September 26, 2026, through September 26, 2032. The notice details the review process and criteria used by CMS to evaluate DNV's accreditation program, confirming that it meets or exceeds Medicare requirements. The decision supports DNV's role in accrediting hospitals for Medicare and Medicaid participation.

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