About Our Organization
Background
Established in 1999, the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ) is a membership-based organization comprised primarily of acute care hospitals, critical access hospitals and acute psychiatric hospitals. We are headquartered in Mexia, TX. Our purpose is to:
- ADVOCATE on behalf of our members in shaping the accreditation and regulatory environment by working with CMS in the development of standards and regulations.
- EDUCATE members on standards, regulations, and the survey process and encourage the professional growth of individuals in the field of healthcare accreditation through national certification.
- ADVISE members on changes to standards and regulations and the impact on their organization.
- ASSIST members in determining their compliance to accreditation standards and CMS certification requirements.
- IMPROVE the ability of our members to successfully meet the challenges of today’s regulatory environment.
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
Our mission is to create a regulatory environment that enables healthcare organizations to effectively deliver safe, quality patient care.
Vision
CIHQ will be viewed by its members as an indispensable ally in their accreditation and regulatory compliance efforts.
Values
CIHQ seeks to fulfill its Mission and Vision through living the following values:
- Partnership
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Collegiality and Openness
- Stewardship
Corporate
Mailing Address
Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ)
P.O. Box 1540
Mexia, TX 76667-1540
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00AM – 4:30PM CST
Phone Number
866-324-5080
