An initiative of the American Movement Hospital Association (AMHA)
Recognition & Licensing

A voluntary, institutional pathway.

AMHA recognition is a professional, non-governmental pathway indicating alignment with the Movement Hospital Standards Framework. Recognition does not constitute accreditation, certification, or regulatory approval.

  1. T01

    Exploring Recognition

    Organizations evaluating alignment with the Movement Hospital framework.

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  2. T02

    Emerging Site

    Sites actively building the institutional capacities of the framework.

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  3. T03

    Provisional Recognition

    Sites meeting initial framework criteria and entering longitudinal review.

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  4. T04

    Recognized Movement Hospital

    Sites in active alignment with the Standards Framework.

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  5. T05

    Center of Excellence

    Recognized sites with sustained outcomes and institutional leadership.

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  6. T06

    Academic Partner Site

    Sites integrated with academic health science centers for education and research.

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  7. T07

    Research Affiliate

    Sites participating in AMHA's research and implementation science network.

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  8. T08

    Licensed Operator

    Organizations licensed to operate Movement Hospital programs under AMHA terms.

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Begin a Conversation

Interested in framework alignment?

Health systems, clinics, academic partners, and operators interested in exploring AMHA recognition may join the AMHA Registry to begin a formal conversation with the appropriate council.