After an unannounced and extensive site visit, Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) surveyors certified the South Shore VNA as being in compliance with all regulatory requirements and without any deficiencies, meaning in essence they earned a perfect review.

The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® reflects commitment to safe patient care.

In order to comply with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Phase 2 reopening plan, hospital and health care providers must meet a set of standards and guidelines outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

In order to comply with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Phase 3 reopening plan, hospital and health care providers must meet a set of standards and guidelines outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

In order to comply with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Phase 1 reopening plan, hospital and health care providers must meet a set of standards and guidelines outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

The IAC grants accreditation only to those elite facilities that excel in providing exceptional patient care, in full compliance with strict national standards. South Shore Hospital earned the reaccreditation after a comprehensive application process, including a rigorous review of selected patient procedures.