The Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP) is a
not-for-profit organization
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meant to help
healthcare organizations maintain their standards in patient care and comply with regulations and the healthcare environment.
Headquartered in
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, HFAP is an
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organization with authority from
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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