Ahrq has compiled some useful resources to help you better communicate with your health provider, and to learn how to file a complaint should it become necessary. If you would like to file a complaint against a medical facility, you may wish to file a complaint with the joint commission, a nonprofit that accredits more than 21,000 u.s Odh has jurisdiction to investigate medicare and/or medicaid health care facilities and providers and/or suppliers who are certified by odh or cms and any other facilities or agencies licensed by odh.
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Yes, you can file a complaint anonymously
The method for filing a complaint anonymously will also depend on what type of complaint you are filing, so refer to the contacts above for more information.
Before you begin, make sure you understand the type of complaints we address Our investigations are most successful when you provide as much information as possible about the allegation and those involved. You don’t need to provide every document on this list Include the documents that you have easy access to
If we need something else, we'll let you know You can return to your submission and add additional documents later, if needed. Find out where to file a complaint against a federal or state government agency And learn about getting further help from elected officials with your complaint.
Knowing who to contact with complaints can help ensure that your concerns are heard and addressed.
Contact your state survey agency for complaints about overall facility conditions. Find out how to file a complaint or appeal a decision related to health information privacy, civil rights, medicare, and more.
