The definition of severe sepsis and septic shock in children is similar to that in adults. However, in pediatric patients, a systemic inflammatory response includes an abnormal temperature or abnormal leukocyte count as part of the clinical presentation.
AAAHC surveyors are volunteers: physicians, dentists, podiatrists, pharmacists, nurses and administrators who are actively involved with ambulatory health care. AAAHC offers a three year term of accreditation. An organization may also receive a deferral or denial of accreditation if compliance is not met.
Accountable Care Organization (ACO) â These organizations coordinate. and provide the full range of health care services for you. The ACA provides. incentives for providers who join together to form such organizations and who. agree to be accountable for the quality, cost, and overall care of their patients.