SHELTON, WA – Mason Health is proud to announce that it has been awarded full accreditation for a three-year term by DNV Healthcare USA Inc., affirming the organization’s compliance with the Medicare Conditions of Participation for Critical Access Hospitals. This achievement underscores Mason Health’s commitment to delivering high-quality care and meeting the stringent standards required by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). DNV Healthcare USA Inc. is a national accreditation organization dedicated to helping health care organizations improve quality, patient safety and health care delivery.

The accreditation applies to all Mason Health facilities operating under Public Hospital District #1 of Mason County.

Mason Health Senior Director of Performance Excellence Nicole Eddins leads Mason Health’s quality and process improvement teams, who work hard to ensure various departments have the tools they need to meet and exceed industry standards.

“Our performance with DNV reminds me of Vince Lombardi’s quote, ‘Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence,’” she said.

The DNV accreditation requires Mason Health to undergo annual surveys and maintain consistent compliance with DNV’s rigorous National Integrated Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations standards. Through this program, DNV evaluates and certifies that Mason Health’s management systems align with essential safety and quality requirements, ensuring the highest standard of care for the Mason County community.

“This accreditation is a testament to the dedication of our entire team at Mason Health,” said Mason Health CEO Eric Moll. “Our commitment to meeting and exceeding these standards reflects our ongoing mission to provide exceptional, patient-centered care.”

The accreditation process by DNV Healthcare USA Inc. highlights Mason Health’s strong operational framework, efficient management practices, and adherence to critical health and safety regulations essential for quality care delivery. The certification marks a significant milestone in Mason Health’s journey to provide accessible, reliable, and comprehensive health services for the community.

Mason Health, Public Hospital District No. 1 of Mason County is ISO 9001 Quality Management System certified by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and is a licensed and accredited acute care hospital with a level four emergency trauma designation. Mason General Hospital and Mason Clinic are ENERGY STAR® certified and Mason Health is the recipient of one Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Award, three Partner for Change Awards, two Greening the Operating Room Awards and the Making Medicine Mercury Free Award. To learn more about Mason Health’s sustainability efforts, visit https://www.masonhealth.com/about/sustainability-environmental-stewardship. There are more than 100 physicians on staff in 19 specialties. For more information or to find a health care provider, visit www.masongeneral.com. To learn more about DNV, visit www.dnv.com/healthcare.