For NIAHO® accredited organizations, the DNV ventricular assist device program credential brings added value. Requirements are aligned with NIAHO® and ISO 9001 such that the ventricular assist device program credentialing survey verifies VAD program alignment with the organization’s required quality management system.
Why DNV's ventricular assist device program credential is unique
- DNV surveys with a team of two VAD surveyors with specific background, training, and experience in the delivery of inpatient VAD services
- Survey activity incorporates program data review on an annual basis. If a new VAD program has not completed at least one VAD implant at the time of the initial survey, a return survey for data review is required within 6 months
- DNV does not require data submission outside of the corrective action plan process because DNV includes data review in the annual survey
How DNV surveys a new ventricular assist device program
- The DNV survey process represents a more cost effective path to program implementation for new programs. This process allows surveyors to review the infrastructure of the program prior to a VAD procedure.
- The initial on-site visit will be lead by two qualified surveyors to evaluate the infrastructure of the program.
- DNV sends approval to CMS for recommendation of VAD credentialing. Upon approval from CMS, the organization can then perform VAD procedures.
- DNV will return in 6 months to evaluate the remainder of the program, visit the various departments, and review medical records of VAD patients.
- Surveys in subsequent years consist of two DNV surveyors for one day, annually.
Survey process for established VAD programs
- Two DNV VAD surveyors provide a two-day initial survey
- Verification is sent to CMS for approval
- Surveys in subsequent years consist of two DNV surveyors for one day, annually
