Joint Commission standards cover the whole range of diagnostic, treatment, and therapeutic services. The Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Ambulatory Care includes an applicability grid (see below for niche grids) so you can quickly determine which standards apply to your setting.
Additional Niche Applicability Grids
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This applicability table is provided for general guidance. It indicates the applicability of all the standards and EPs to each ambulatory service/setting. However, each organization should review the services and activities it provides against the standards.
The following Ambulatory Care settings are covered by this applicability grid:
- Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Catherization Labs/Endoscopy
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Diagnostic Sleep
- Therapeutic OT/PTs
- Community Health
- Correctional Care
- Primary Care/Group Practices
Applicability questions may be directed to the Standards Interpretation Group at 630-792-5900.