Root Cause Analysis
A structured process used to identify underlying causes of a problem rather than only addressing its immediate effects.
Definition
A structured process used to identify underlying causes of a problem rather than only addressing its immediate effects.
Why it matters
Root Cause Analysis is part of the Quality vocabulary used across home health operations, documentation, and revenue cycle. Understanding it helps clinicians, QA leads, and administrators stay aligned on care quality and compliance.
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