Patient Information
This information sheet tells you how your surgeon's participation in the Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative (ACHQC) aims to improve care for you and many other patients with hernia disease and diseases of the abdominal wall and abdominal core.
Information for Patients (English)
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If your surgeon and participates in the ACHQC, they are working to improve the quality of care for you and thousands of patients like you. Click the button below to view a list of participating institutions and practices by state, or visit our homepage to view our participant map.
ACHQC leadership believes surgeons focusing on quality improvement efforts will perform at their highest level. This verification program recognizes surgeons participating in the ACHQC for their dedication to improving the quality and value of patient care in their communities. Click the button below to view the ACHQC Verified Surgeon of Quality list.
ACHQC Verified Surgeon of Quality
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Should you have any questions about your care, your surgeon or doctor can help provide answers for you. General Information, ACHQC Registry updates and progress of the ACHQC can be found on this site. You can also send an email to patienthelp@achqc.org or call (720) 773-7590 with questions about the ACHQC Registry.
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