A regulatory process used in many states within the United States to control the establishment, expansion, or major modification of healthcare facilities and services. The aim is to ensure that healthcare resources are allocated efficiently and that unnecessary duplication of services is avoided.
Refers to a wide range of institutions and provisions within the healthcare sector, including hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory surgical centers, hospices, and specialized medical services.
The series of steps, procedures, and requirements put in place by governmental bodies to oversee and control various aspects of healthcare delivery, including CON applications.
The process of distributing healthcare resources, such as medical equipment, personnel, and facilities, in a manner that maximizes their efficiency and effectiveness in meeting the needs of the population.
The ability to achieve maximum output with minimum input, ensuring that resources are utilized in the most cost-effective manner without compromising quality of care.
Occurs when multiple healthcare providers offer the same or similar services in the same geographic area, leading to unnecessary competition, increased healthcare costs, and potential oversupply of services.
The process of increasing the capacity or scope of existing healthcare facilities or services, often requiring a CON application to ensure that the expansion is justified and serves the needs of the community.
Significant changes or improvements made to healthcare facilities or services that may impact their function, capacity, or scope of care, necessitating a CON review to assess the potential implications.
Governmental bodies responsible for overseeing the CON process within each state, which may include departments of health, public health commissions, or specific CON review boards.
A systematic process of evaluating the healthcare needs of a specific population or geographic area to identify gaps in services and inform decisions regarding the allocation of healthcare resources.
Opportunities for community members, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to provide feedback and express concerns regarding proposed healthcare projects during the CON review process.
The legal recourse available to healthcare providers or other parties dissatisfied with the outcome of the CON process, allowing for challenges to decisions made by regulatory agencies through the court system.