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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is primarily responsible for overseeing the accreditation of healthcare facilities in the United States, particularly those that want to receive federal funding or participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs. They establish quality standards for healthcare providers and conduct surveys to ensure compliance with those standards. When a facility meets these criteria, it can obtain certification to participate in Medicare and Medicaid, which significantly impacts its operational and financial health.

While other organizations like The Joint Commission (TJC) also play a vital role in voluntary accreditation, offering a comprehensive set of quality standards and performance measures, TJC's accreditation is often a pathway toward meeting CMS requirements rather than an oversight authority itself. The American Medical Association (AMA) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are focused more on advocacy, education, and research rather than direct regulatory oversight of facility accreditation. Thus, the role of ensuring that healthcare facilities meet specific federal standards rest primarily with CMS.