Illinois Recognizes URAC's Accreditation Programs
The Illinois Department of Insurance and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services recognize that URAC's programs meet the necessary state standards for accreditation. This acknowledgment can enhance the credibility of organizations that are accredited, ensuring they adhere to high-quality practices in health care.
URAC is the leading independent, national accreditation organization is widely recognized by nearly every state and the federal government for our quality accreditation programs. Our accreditation programs help ensure that your organization adheres to high standards of quality and efficiency, ensuring better outcomes for your organization and patients.
URAC is different from other accrediting organizations; our programs are not prescriptive and this flexibility enables your organization to develop policies and procedures - that ensure the highest quality outcomes.
Health Utilization Management Accreditation
Applies to stand-alone UM Organizations and to UM functions inside health benefit programs
Workers’ Compensation Utilization Management Accreditation
Provides for determination of medical necessity for workers covered under a Workers' Compensation program
Health Plan Accreditation
Performs and/or delegates coverage of designated health services for members
Marketplace Health Plan Accreditation
Performs and/or delegates coverage of designated health services through a Health Insurance Marketplace program
What To Expect
Within six months or less, we will provide an impartial evaluation of your utilization management program. URAC’s thorough approach to accreditation stimulates best practices, through email, conference calls and educational webinars.
