Pana Community Hospital Earns National Sleep Medicine Accreditation
Pana Community Hospital is proud to announce that its established Sleep Medicine service has achieved national accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC), a recognition that highlights the hospital’s commitment to excellence in patient care and safety.
ACHC is a nationally recognized accrediting organization approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This voluntary accreditation is awarded only to healthcare organizations that meet stringent quality and safety standards — and PCH pursued it proactively to ensure that residents in the local community have access to top-tier sleep services close to home.
The accreditation process was rigorous and involved more than a year of preparation, including the development of detailed policies, process improvements, and workflow optimization. According to hospital leadership, the ACHC surveyor noted that PCH was one of the most prepared facilities they had ever evaluated.
“This achievement is truly a testament to the dedication, collaboration, and hard work of our team,” said Patrick McGuire, Chief Operating Officer. “We are proud to bring nationally recognized sleep medicine care to our patients right here in Pana.”
Key staff members involved in the accreditation process include Patrick McGuire, COO, Jean Applegate, Director of Cardiopulmonary; Amanda Lees, Director of Human Resources and Quality; Dianne Bailey, CIO; Cassie Mahnke, Quality Coordinator; Matt Schmitz, Director of Plant Operations; Carol Hoehn, Director of Patient Financial Services; Vicki Riess, Director of Health Information; and Dianne Brewer, RCP. Their efforts played a vital role in ensuring a smooth and successful survey process.
With this accreditation, Pana Community Hospital further strengthens its position as a leader in providing high-quality, accessible healthcare services to the region.
For more information about PCH’s Sleep Medicine services, visit https://panahospital.com/services/hospital-services/profile/sleep-studies.
