Compliance
Geographical Service Area (GSA)
A Geographical Service Area (GSA) is the approved territory in which a home health or hospice provider is authorized and equipped to serve patients.
Definition
A Geographical Service Area (GSA) is the approved territory in which a home health or hospice provider is authorized and equipped to serve patients.
Why it matters
Changes to an agency's service area may require advance review or notification under applicable enrollment, licensure, and accreditation rules.
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