The Joint Commission awards orthopedic certifications to ASCs that meet core standards under the Disease-Specific Care Certification Manual.
ASC Accreditation, Licensure & Medicare Certification
The ExecuSearch Group was awarded the Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing services by The Joint Commission.
The Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program has CMS authorization to provide accreditation to ASCs.
The Joint Commission published a standard for abbreviation use as well as a list of terms that can cause confusion. The "do not use" list applies to all orders and medication-related documentation, whether it's handwritten or on pre-printed forms.
The most effective way to increase hand hygiene performance rates is to use an electronic hand hygiene reminder system, according to an article penned by Clean Hands – Safe Hands founder and CEO Chris Hermann, PhD.
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ClearHealth Quality Institute, an independent healthcare accrediting body, developed new telemedicine standards to replace the American Telemedicine Association's accreditation program.
The Joint Commission began issuing citations this year for any failure to comply with hand hygiene protocol. Writing for Infection Control, Clean Hands – Safe Hands founder and CEO Chris Hermann, PhD, highlighted four indicators that an organization is prepared…
Chicago-based Gold Coast Surgicenter was recognized as a Center of Excellence in Advanced Orthopedic Certification for Total Joints by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
The Joint Commission established a comprehensive set of rules for publicity efforts by accredited and certified organizations.
Surveyors have observed "many serious infection control-related risks" at community health centers that can lead to preliminary denial of accreditation, The Joint Commission announced in March.