The designation means that Joint Commission-accredited hospitals may request to be surveyed by The Joint Commission for compliance with the Medicare quality and safety requirements. The Joint Commission has accredited hospitals for more than 60 years.
The continued recognition was awarded for a six-year period effective July 15.
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