Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

Using the FPHS Capacity and Cost Assessment Tool in Public Health

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Reena Chudgar, Jason Orr

Value and Impact of Public Health Accreditation

This entry is part 66 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

Public health leaders are increasingly facing decisions about how to assure Foundational Public Health Services (FPHS) delivery and infrastructure in the context of shifting resources. By understanding both current capacity and cost, and identifying future needs, health departments can make informed decisions about allocating resources, prioritizing investments, strengthening partnerships, and communicating needs effectively to interest holders, partners, and decision makers.

Social Return on Investment of Public Health Accreditation

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Katherine Gelfand and Britt Lang

This entry is part 65 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

Understanding the SROI of public health Accreditation is one method for PHAB, Accredited health departments, and health departments considering pursuing Accreditation to explain the value of Accreditation, including costs, benefits, and impacts, to partners and other interest holders.

Leveraging AskPHAB for (Re)Accreditation & Pathways Success

Posted on January 22, 2026 by Carrie Thomas

This entry is part 64 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

Accreditation can raise questions at any stage, and the askPHAB email offers health departments a simple way to get measure‑specific and process‑related guidance.

Are You Ready to “Rock Your Readiness”? A Guide to PHAB’s Readiness Assessment

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Meredith Langfritz

This entry is part 63 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

The PHAB Readiness Assessment is the essential first step for any eligible health department beginning its accreditation journey. The self-reported assessment offers a structured look at a department’s current practices, policies, and capacity, helping them understand where they stand before diving into the full Accreditation process.

Standards & Measures Version 2026 – What’s Next?

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Britt Lang and Brittan Williams

This entry is part 62 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

Rooted in our commitment to continuous quality improvement, PHAB is refreshing the Accreditation Standards & Measures and creating more flexible processes.

From Vision to Action: A Blueprint for Public Health System Transformation

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Melissa Server

This entry is part 61 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

PHAB, in partnership with the University of Minnesota Center for Public Health Systems, recently launched a Blueprint for Public Health System Transformation (Blueprint) that provides health departments, health department systems, and their public health ecosystem partners with guidance and resources for engaging in intentional system transformation efforts.

Value and Impact of Public Health Accreditation

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Britt Lang

This entry is part 60 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

This blog highlights a few of the key findings from PHAB’s annual Value and Impact Report of Public Health Accreditation.

Foundational vs. Community-specific Services

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Melissa Sever

This entry is part 59 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

This blog explores the distinction between what is foundational and what is a community-specific service and provides helpful guidance and resources to health departments and health department systems who are defining this work within their jurisdictions.

Preparing for the Future of Public Health Transformation

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Travis Parker Lee

This entry is part 56 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

In this blog post, Travis Parker Lee explores key themes shaping public health today, essential takeaways, and strategic approaches to ensure systems are equipped to meet future demands.

The Joys of Being a PHAB Site Visitor

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Karla Buru

This entry is part 55 of 66 in the series Focus on Accreditation and Innovation

In this guest blog from our partners at PHAB, Dr. Karla Buru from the South Carolina Department of Public Health reflects on the personal and professional rewards of serving as a PHAB Site Visitor.

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