Certificate of Need Applications

Unlike businesses that operate in a more free-market-based environment, health care providers are under constant scrutiny to prove that the community needs the services or facilities they propose to offer. In New York State, Certificate of Need (CON) applications are submitted to the Department of Health and require approval by the State Hospital Review and Planning Council (SHRPC) and the Public Health Council (PHC).

Wise investments require rigorous due diligence

Long before the groundbreaking, there’s a Certificate of Need application.

Before you begin to commit serious resources toward an expansion or new service, we recommend that you take into consideration the requirements that will be included in the CON process. Because we regularly prepare these applications on behalf of clients, we have a solid understanding of what the State is looking for, and how you’ll need to prepare for success.

Shepherding you through the process: seasoned professionals

Filing a Certificate of Need is a costly project in itself. The process can be cumbersome and frustrating. Our health care consultants are well versed in all the steps, from submission through review by DOH’s departments: Architectural, Financial, Legal and Licensure and on to review by SHRPC and PHC. We can help it go more smoothly.

This is an important decision for your organization. Our involvement can also make it a streamlined, thoughtful process. We invite you to contact us.