A 2024 proposal from CMS could cost accreditation organizations (AO) millions and completely change the accreditation survey process. If Congress passes the proposal, AOs would have to survey all off-site locations, eliminate daily huddles, and limit their charges for consulting and education...
On February 15, 2024, CMS issued a proposed rule that included multiple new requirements for all accreditation organizations (AO), specifically mentioning The Joint Commission (TJC) as an example. If passed, the rule would have a significant financial impact on AOs. CMS estimated TJC would lose...
Gayle Nash, RN, MPH, a longtime leader in healthcare accreditation, president and CEO of Nash Healthcare Consulting, and a board member of Inside Accreditation & Quality, has been through many leadership sessions during the accreditation survey process.
This is Part 2 of our interview with Kurt Patton, MS, RPH, founder of Patton Healthcare Consulting and a former director of accreditation services for The Joint Commission (TJC). He is joined by Jennifer Cowel, RN, MHSA, president of Patton Healthcare Consulting...
The Joint Commission (TJC) has released its annual list of the most challenging standards for hospitals and other healthcare facilities. In 2023, many hospitals were cited for noncompliance over suicide risk management, high-level disinfection of equipment, medication verification, and...
CMS now allows texting of patient orders, but roll out its implementation carefully, say compliance experts. Policies will need to be updated with specifics on when and how orders can be texted and what kinds of information may or may not be included in a text. Then physicians, nurses, and...
What is the best way to prepare for patients each and every day? The best way is to create a safe, effective, and efficient system for providing patient care. It is to become knowledgeable and identify issues in an effort to minimize risks and maximize best outcomes. It is to be prepared.
Hospital accreditation leaders must exhibit a blend of resourcefulness, strategic project management, interpersonal acumen, and strong commitment to detail. This month, we’ve compiled a collection of expert tips based on the wisdom of Jennifer Cowel, president of Patton...
Hospitals, healthcare organizations, health insurers, and medical societies in Massachusetts are coming together to take a significant step toward encouraging physicians to seek treatment for mental health conditions and/or drug misuse.
Review and update hospital policies and procedures now that The Joint Commission (TJC) has overhauled and even pared down its Infection Prevention and Control (IC) chapter—with one notable new requirement.
