Accreditations & Credentials
Accreditations & Credentials
Patients use our online marketplace to search based on many criteria, and quality is always at the top of their list. HOW is developing an accreditation program, and we currently evaluate providers based on data from HealthGrades, Medicare Quality Indicators, NCQA, JACHO, U.S. News & World Report and other related resources.
Additionally, health care providers share the following information on our site:
Patients can quickly search from a wide array of local, regional, domestic and international health care options via our online marketplace. Within the U.S., many top options are located near large metropolitan areas, like New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. Additionally, Florida, Texas and Minnesota are popular choices for many international patients because of their proximity to other countries.
- Important details about their practice or hospital
- Awards and recognitions they have received
- Procedures and surgery options they offer
- Their expertise and level of experience
- A personal message about their practice
Feedback from Fellow Patients
Patients are encouraged to submit testimonials and share their story about our providers, which helps ensure that you have all the information you need to make the best decision for you and your family. Whether you stay within the U.S. or travel internationally, it’s important to read a provider’s profile and ask for referrals from other patients to help you identify your best health care solution.
International Accreditations
When traveling for health care outside of the U.S., patients should be aware that there are many different accreditation organizations to certify healthcare facilities. The two major organizations that are similar to the standards in the U.S. are:
Whether booking local care or traveling for surgery, our transparent online
marketplace makes it easy for patients to research, request and reserve
high-quality, affordable health care almost anywhere in the world.
