Joint Commission standards cover the whole range of surgical; medical/dental; or diagnostic/therapeutic services. The 2009 Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Ambulatory Care includes an applicability grid (which is also provided as a resource below) so you can quickly determine which standards apply to your setting.
Standards and Elements of Performance Applicable to Ambulatory Care Services*
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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 listed below. 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 Surgical Centers
- Diagnostic Imaging Services
- Medical/Dental Services
- Diagnostic Sleep Centers
- Diagnostic/Therapeutic
- Endoscopy
- Telehealth/Nonsurgical
- Telehealth Surgical
Additional Niche Applicability Grids:
Applicability questions may be directed to the Standards Interpretation Group at 630-792-5900, option 6 for ambulatory.