Effective April 1, 2019, all network providers who perform
varicose vein procedures in the office setting will need to obtain
accreditation from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) Vein
Center. This new accreditation requirement will help ensure that providers in
the AmeriHealth network meet current standards of care for these procedures.
All network providers who plan to perform or would like to continue
performing varicose vein procedures in the office setting must appear
on the IAC-approved provider list for Vein Center Accreditation by April 1,
2019, indicating that they have met the IAC standards. Those providers who fail
to meet the requirements by this date will no longer be reimbursed for
varicose vein procedures delivered in the office setting.
Accreditation process
Providers seeking accreditation through the IAC should prepare and submit
their applications using the IAC online accreditation portal. The application process
for accreditation takes time and requires proper planning, organization,
attention to detail, and resources.
Providers who wish to participate in the IAC Standards for Vein Center
accreditation process are encouraged to first view the current IAC Standards for Vein Center Accreditation: Superficial
Venous Evaluation and Management document.
More information
To learn more about the IAC Vein Center accreditation program, please visit
the IAC website
or call 1-800-838-2110.
Note: AmeriHealth medical policies will be updated to reflect this
new accreditation requirement.
We will publish more information about this requirement in future
Partners in Health UpdateSM articles. If you have
additional questions, please email us at qualitymanagement@amerihealth.com. Be sure to include your name, contact
number, and provider ID number in your email.