Some agencies of DHHS are involved in?

• A. Providing annual awards to facilities
• B. Insuring all health care providers
• C. Funding international aid programs
• D. Inspecting regularly (surveying) to make sure standards are met

Answer: (D)

Regulatory oversight through regular inspections is a primary activity of DHHS agencies. They carry out surveys of health care facilities to verify compliance with federal participation requirements that ensure patient safety and quality of care. This involves on-site visits, reviewing records, observing care practices, and interviewing staff and patients. When standards are met, facilities can continue participating in federal programs like Medicare and Medicaid; when gaps are found, corrective actions or penalties may follow. Among the options, inspecting regularly to ensure standards are met best fits the DHHS role because it embodies ongoing oversight and quality assurance. The other choices describe activities not typically performed by DHHS agencies—awarding annual awards, insuring providers, or funding international aid.