Indian Health Service (Ihs)/Tribal Owned/Operated (638) Alternate Care Site (Acs) Quality Attestation is a legal document that was released by the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System - a government authority operating within Arizona.
Q: What is the Indian Health Service?
A: The Indian Health Service (IHS) is a federal agency responsible for providing healthcare services to Native American and Alaska Native populations.
Q: What is a Tribal Owned/Operated (638) Alternate Care Site (ACS)?
A: A Tribal Owned/Operated (638) Alternate Care Site (ACS) is a healthcare facility, owned and operated by a Native American tribe or tribal organization, that provides medical services to tribal communities.
Q: What is the purpose of the Quality Attestation for an ACS in Arizona?
A: The Quality Attestation for an ACS in Arizona ensures that the healthcare services provided by the ACS meet certain quality standards and guidelines.
Q: Who is responsible for conducting the Quality Attestation for an ACS in Arizona?
A: The Indian Health Service (IHS) is responsible for conducting the Quality Attestation for an ACS in Arizona.
Q: Why is the Quality Attestation important for an ACS?
A: The Quality Attestation is important for an ACS to ensure that the healthcare services provided are of high quality and meet the needs of the tribal community.
Q: What happens if an ACS does not pass the Quality Attestation?
A: If an ACS does not pass the Quality Attestation, it may be required to make improvements or changes to its healthcare services in order to meet the quality standards.
Q: Are ACSs only located in Arizona?
A: No, ACSs can be located in various states across the United States, not just in Arizona.
Q: Who can access the healthcare services provided by an ACS?
A: The healthcare services provided by an ACS are primarily available to Native American and Alaska Native populations, as well as tribal community members.
Q: Is the Indian Health Service the only provider of healthcare services to Native Americans?
A: No, there are also tribal-owned and operated healthcare facilities, such as ACSs, that provide healthcare services to Native Americans and Alaska Natives.
Form Details:
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