How often must organizations seek NCQA reaccreditation?

Organizations must seek reaccreditation from the NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance) every three years. This timeframe ensures that healthcare organizations maintain high standards of quality and performance as governed by NCQA criteria. Frequent reaccreditation helps organizations stay updated with evolving healthcare practices and policies, encourages continuous improvement in patient care, and provides a structured timeframe for reviewing performance measures and operational processes. Thus, the three-year interval balances the need for regular assessment while allowing organizations sufficient time to implement improvements based on previous accreditation feedback.