Joint Commission

Question 1

What is their mission?

Answer 1

To continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value

Question 2

What is their vision Statement?

Answer 2

“All people always experience the safest, highest quality, best-value health care across all settings”.

Question 3

Name 3 types of entities that they ACCREDIT?

Answer 3

The Joint Commission accredits Ambulatory Health Care, Behavioral Health Care, Nursing Care Centers, and more.

Question 4

Name 3 types of entities that they CERTIFY

Answer 4

The Joint Commission certifies Disease-Specific Care, Integrated Care, Perinatal Care, and more.

Question 5

How long of a period is Accreditation and Certification?

Answer 5

Generally, accreditation is awarded three years while laboratory accreditation is granted for two. Disease-Specific Care, Health Care Staffing, and Primary Stroke Center certifications are also awarded for two years.

Question 6

What role do they play in healthcare?

Answer 6

The Joint Commission’s role is to continuously improve health care for the public by evaluating, accrediting, and certifying health care organizations to ensure excellence in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality.