Validation & Strategic Quality Services
We provide independent third-party validation and strategic guidance across every major healthcare quality program — from Leapfrog and CMS to Joint Commission and voluntary initiatives.
Independent Review
We bring objectivity that internal teams cannot — our validation carries the credibility programs require.
Expert-Led
Every engagement is led by practitioners with deep, current knowledge of each program's methodology and requirements.
Outcome-Focused
We measure success by your results — improved scores, stronger grades, and reduced compliance risk.
Leapfrog Hospital Survey Validation
Independent third-party validation of your Leapfrog Hospital Survey submission — ensuring accuracy, completeness, and strategic positioning before you submit.
The Leapfrog Hospital Survey is one of the most visible public quality benchmarks in healthcare. As a recognized third-party quality entity, Verity Quality Partners provides the independent review that Leapfrog requires — and that your organization needs to submit with confidence.
Typical Outcome
Organizations we validate consistently achieve higher Leapfrog grades and avoid costly submission errors.
What's Included
- Pre-submission data accuracy review across all survey domains
- CPOE evaluation and NQF measure validation
- Safe Practices and Maternity Care section review
- Gap identification with prioritized remediation guidance
- Score projection and strategic optimization recommendations
- Post-submission debrief and improvement planning
CMS Quality Programs
Strategic guidance and independent validation for Hospital Value-Based Purchasing, Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program, and other CMS quality reporting requirements.
CMS quality programs directly affect your reimbursement rates and public quality scores. We help you understand where you stand, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure your data submissions are accurate and complete.
Typical Outcome
Clients see measurable improvement in CMS composite scores and reduced financial exposure from quality penalties.
What's Included
- Hospital Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) performance analysis
- Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP) review
- Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) Reduction Program assessment
- Quality Payment Program (QPP) guidance
- CMS Star Rating analysis and improvement strategy
- Data submission accuracy validation
Joint Commission Preparation
Comprehensive readiness assessments and mock survey preparation to ensure your organization is fully prepared for Joint Commission accreditation review.
Joint Commission accreditation is foundational to your organization's credibility and operational standing. Our preparation services go beyond checklist compliance — we help you build the systems and culture that sustain accreditation long-term.
Typical Outcome
Organizations we prepare enter their surveys with clear visibility into risk areas and a documented remediation plan.
What's Included
- Full mock survey with experienced surveyors
- Standards compliance gap analysis
- Environment of Care and Life Safety assessment
- Tracer methodology preparation
- Leadership and governance readiness review
- Corrective action planning and follow-up support
Voluntary Quality Initiatives
Strategic guidance for NHSN reporting, AHRQ safety programs, NQF endorsement, and other voluntary quality improvement initiatives that signal leadership.
Voluntary quality programs are increasingly important signals to payers, employers, and patients. We help you select the right programs, participate effectively, and leverage your participation in your quality narrative.
Typical Outcome
Clients build a coherent voluntary quality portfolio that differentiates them in their market.
What's Included
- NHSN data submission review and validation
- AHRQ safety culture survey analysis
- NQF measure implementation guidance
- Voluntary reporting strategy and program selection
- Quality narrative development for public reporting
- Peer benchmarking and competitive positioning
Quality Gap Analysis
A comprehensive assessment of your current quality standing across all major programs, with a prioritized roadmap for improvement.
Before you can improve, you need an honest picture of where you stand. Our Quality Gap Analysis provides a structured, independent assessment of your performance across Leapfrog, CMS, Joint Commission, and voluntary programs — with a clear, prioritized action plan.
Typical Outcome
Leadership teams gain a clear, actionable picture of quality standing and a shared roadmap for improvement.
What's Included
- Cross-program quality performance baseline
- Benchmark comparison against peer organizations
- Risk-weighted gap prioritization matrix
- Short-, mid-, and long-term improvement roadmap
- Resource and capability assessment
- Executive summary for board and leadership reporting
Strategic Quality Partnership
Year-round strategic partnership — not just survey-season support. We work alongside your team to build sustainable quality infrastructure.
Quality is not a once-a-year event. Our ongoing partnership model embeds Verity Quality Partners as an extension of your quality team — providing continuous monitoring, strategic guidance, and expert support throughout the year.
Typical Outcome
Partner organizations build internal quality capability while maintaining expert external oversight.
What's Included
- Monthly quality performance monitoring and reporting
- Quarterly strategic review sessions with leadership
- Real-time guidance on emerging quality requirements
- Staff education and capability building
- Regulatory change monitoring and impact analysis
- Annual quality strategy planning and goal-setting
Not Sure Where to Start?
Many organizations begin with a Quality Gap Analysis to establish a clear baseline. From there, we build a service plan tailored to your programs, timeline, and goals.