Disease-Specific Carehttp://www.jointcommission.orgJoint Commission2013 Disease-Specific Care Review Process Guidehttp://www.jointcommission.org//Disease-Specific_Care_Review_Process_Guide/An updated Disease Specific Care Review Process Guide is available and will take effect July 1, 2013. Unknown AuthorTue, 18 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMTJoint Commission Requirementshttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/tjc_requirements.aspxJoint Commission Requirements is a free listing of all policy revisions to standards published in Joint Commission Perspectives that have gone into effect since the accreditation/certification manual was last issued. Unknown AuthorMon, 10 Jun 2013 19:10:30 GMTSentinel Event Policy and Procedureshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Sentinel_Event_Policy_and_Procedures/Sentinel Event Policy and ProceduresUnknown AuthorMon, 10 Jun 2013 11:57:00 GMTComprehensive Stroke Center Chapter in the 2013 Disease-Specific Care Manual*http://www.jointcommission.org//csc_center_chapter_2013_dsc_manual/Unknown AuthorTue, 04 Jun 2013 08:11:00 GMTSpeak Up: Tips for Your Doctor's Visithttp://www.jointcommission.org//Speak_Up_Tips_for_Your_Doctors_Visit/Updated brochure provides tips to help patients during doctor visits. Unknown AuthorMon, 03 Jun 2013 09:20:00 GMTPerformance Measures for Advanced Certification in Heart Failure Finalizedhttp://www.jointcommission.org//performance_measures_for_advanced_certification_in_heart_failure_finalized/Joint Commmission RequireemntUnknown AuthorSat, 01 Jun 2013 14:34:00 GMTAdvanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centershttp://www.jointcommission.org//certification/primary_stroke_centers.aspxProvide your feedback to the open Field Review for Primary Stroke Centers posted July 26, 2012.Unknown AuthorTue, 21 May 2013 13:29:46 GMTAdvanced Certification in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseasehttp://www.jointcommission.org//certification/chronic_obstructive_pulmonary_disease.aspxAdvanced Certification in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseUnknown AuthorTue, 21 May 2013 13:28:34 GMTAdvanced Certification in Chronic Kidney Diseasehttp://www.jointcommission.org//certification/chronic_kidney_disease.aspxAdvanced Certification in Chronic Kidney DiseaseUnknown AuthorTue, 21 May 2013 13:28:02 GMTSpeak Up: What You Should Know About Adult Depressionhttp://www.jointcommission.org//speak_up_depression/Everybody feels blue or sad sometimes. Depression is more than just feeling sad. When you are depressed you lose interest in activities, and you may feel overwhelmed, agitated or isolated.Unknown AuthorTue, 21 May 2013 06:00:00 GMTAdvanced Certification for Palliative Care Programshttp://www.jointcommission.org//certification/palliative_care.aspxAdvanced Certification for Palliative Care Programs. 6/21/12 Teleconference audio recording added. Unknown AuthorWed, 15 May 2013 11:21:44 GMTAdvanced Certification in Heart Failure: Standardized Performance Measureshttp://www.jointcommission.org//adv_certification_heart_failure_standardized_performance_measures/The Joint Commission has approved a set of standardized performance measures for Disease Specific Care Advanced Certification in Heart Failure (ACHF). These measures have been developed to better evaluate the care provided to the Heart Failure patient with an emphasis on transitions of care. Unknown AuthorMon, 13 May 2013 13:25:00 GMTQuality Improvement Toolshttp://www.jointcommission.org//topics/quality_improvement_tools.aspxTools ready for use by C-Suite leaders and organizational quality and safety teams. Unknown AuthorFri, 12 Apr 2013 14:03:43 GMTHigh Reliability Resource Centerhttp://www.jointcommission.org//highreliability.aspxListen to daily Podcasts and read News Releases from the High Reliability Organizing 2012 Conference. Unknown AuthorFri, 12 Apr 2013 09:31:16 GMTSummary of Changes, 2013 Disease-Specific Carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//summary_of_changes_2013_disease-specific_care/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorMon, 01 Apr 2013 10:15:00 GMTJoint Commission Website E-Alertshttp://www.jointcommission.org//ealerts/E-alerts now available for Joint Commission Podcasts - update your subscription to sign up today!Unknown AuthorMon, 01 Apr 2013 08:56:00 GMTFramework for Conducting a Root Cause Analysis and Action Planhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Framework_for_Conducting_a_Root_Cause_Analysis_and_Action_Plan/A Framework for a Root Cause Analysis and Action Plan In Response to a Sentinel EventUnknown AuthorFri, 22 Mar 2013 11:05:00 GMTStandards BoosterPaks™http://www.jointcommission.org//standards_booster_paks/Learn more about Joint Commission Standards BoosterPaks™.Unknown AuthorWed, 20 Mar 2013 04:40:00 GMTReplay of Feb 21st Teleconference: What You Need to Know About Performance Measurement in Disease-Specific Carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//replay_feb_21st_performance_measurement_dsc/Audio recording and presentation slides from the 2/21/13 teleconference on perfomance measures for Disease-Specific Care. Unknown AuthorFri, 22 Feb 2013 14:17:00 GMTORYX Non-Core Measure Informationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//oryx_non-core_measure_information/Unknown AuthorThu, 07 Feb 2013 13:20:00 GMTCore Systems List (for Accreditation and Certification)http://www.jointcommission.org//Core_Systems_List/Unknown AuthorWed, 06 Feb 2013 09:10:00 GMTCandidate Systems Listhttp://www.jointcommission.org//candidate_systems_list/Candidate Systems ListUnknown AuthorFri, 25 Jan 2013 09:20:00 GMTThe Joint Commission Certifies 1,000th Primary Stroke Centerhttp://www.jointcommission.org//the_joint_commission_certifies_1000th_primary_stroke_center/The Joint Commission and The American Heart/American Stroke Association have announced that Trinity Health in Minot, North Dakota, is the 1,000th Certified Primary Stroke Center in the U.S.Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniWed, 16 Jan 2013 11:16:00 GMTTackle your organization’s challenges using Joint Commission toolshttp://www.jointcommission.org//tackle_your_organization’s_challenges_using_joint_commission_tools/Tools ready for use by C-Suite leaders and organizational quality and safety teams.Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Jan 2013 09:54:00 GMTJoint Commission Enhances Disease-Specific Care Standardshttp://www.jointcommission.org//joint_commission_enhances_disease-specific_care_standards/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorTue, 01 Jan 2013 13:12:00 GMTRevisions to the Review and Appeal Procedureshttp://www.jointcommission.org//revisions_to_the_review_and_appeal_procedures/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorTue, 01 Jan 2013 11:22:00 GMT2013 Accreditation and Certification Decision Ruleshttp://www.jointcommission.org//2013_accreditation_and_certification_decision_rules/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorTue, 01 Jan 2013 10:26:00 GMTPrepublication Standards – Disease-Specific Care Core Requirementshttp://www.jointcommission.org//prepublication_standards_–_disease-specific_care_core_requirements/Revisions to the Disease-Specific Care Certification core requirements are designed to support emerging trends in disease-specific care and to promote compliance with improved quality and safety of patient care. Unknown AuthorWed, 19 Dec 2012 13:39:00 GMTReview Process Guide for Advanced Certification for Palliative Carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//rev_proc_gde_adv_cert_palliative_care/In this 2013 Review Process Guide, your organization will find guidance on how to prepare for the onsite palliative care certification review. Unknown AuthorTue, 18 Dec 2012 09:03:00 GMTFacts about Joint Commission Accreditation and Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//facts_about_joint_commission_accreditation_and_certification/Since its founding in 1951, The Joint Commission has been acknowledged as the leader in developing the highest standards for quality and safety in the delivery of health care, and evaluating organization performance based on these standards. Today, more than 20,000 health care organizations. . .Unknown AuthorWed, 05 Dec 2012 10:07:00 GMTReplay of November 29 webinar, Introducing the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR)http://www.jointcommission.org//replay_of_112912_webinar_ajrr/Replay of November 29 webinar, Introducing the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR)Unknown AuthorTue, 04 Dec 2012 09:32:00 GMTSentinel Event Policy Expanded Beyond Patientshttp://www.jointcommission.org//sentinel_event_policy_expanded_beyond_patients/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorSat, 01 Dec 2012 10:42:00 GMTStanford Hospital & Clinics Awarded First Comprehensive Stroke Center Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//stanford_hospital__clinics_awarded_first_comprehensive_stroke_center_certification/The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association together announced that The Stanford Stroke Center at Stanford Hospital & Clinics in Palo Alto, California, is the first hospital in the country to meet The Joint Commission’s standards for Disease-Specific Care Comp [...]Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniFri, 16 Nov 2012 09:43:00 GMTCommunication guidelines for Joint Commission Certified Primary Stroke Centers, Certified Comprehensive Stroke Centers, and Advanced Certification in Heart Failure Programshttp://www.jointcommission.org//guidelines_tjc_aha_certification/The following communication guidelines have been developed by The Joint Commission to provide guidance to Joint Commission Certified Primary Stroke Centers, Certified Comprehensive Stroke Centers, and Advanced Certification in Heart Failure Programs for promoting their advanced certification.Unknown AuthorMon, 22 Oct 2012 08:19:00 GMTSpeak Up: What you need to know about your serious illness and palliative care http://www.jointcommission.org//speak_up_palliative/When you have a serious illness or health problem, you may need palliative care. Palliative care is special health care that can ease pain and other symptoms and side effects from your illness or treatment.Unknown AuthorWed, 10 Oct 2012 08:23:00 GMTTeleconference Audio Replay: Achieving Disease-Specific Care Certification Across Multiple Programshttp://www.jointcommission.org//teleconference_audio_replay_achieving_disease-specific_care_certification_across_multiple_programs/Teleconfefrence Audio Replay - Achieving Disease-Specific Care Certification Across Multiple Programs: Tips from Organizations with Experience - October 1, 2012Unknown AuthorTue, 02 Oct 2012 12:04:00 GMTThe Joint Commission Launches New Comprehensive Stroke Certification Programhttp://www.jointcommission.org//tjc_comp_stroke_certification_program/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorMon, 01 Oct 2012 09:10:00 GMTBenefits of Joint Commission Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//benefits_of_joint_commission_certification/A listing of the benefits of Joint Commission Certification.Unknown AuthorMon, 27 Aug 2012 16:11:00 GMTFacts about Scoring and Certification Decisions for 2013http://www.jointcommission.org//facts_about_scoring_and_certification_decisions/The scoring and decision process is based on the criticality of the standards and other requirements regarding their relationship to the quality and safety of patient care.Unknown AuthorMon, 27 Aug 2012 15:40:00 GMTEligibility for Advanced Inpatient Diabetes Care Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//eligibility_for_advanced_inpatient_diabetes_care_certification/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorWed, 01 Aug 2012 10:55:00 GMTWhy Choose Joint Commission for Comprehensive Stroke Center Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//certification_for_comprehensive_stroke_centers/Now, with the Guidance of the Brain Attack Coalition, The Joint Commission has developed an Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers; those hospitals that have specific abilities to receive and treat the most complex stroke cases. Unknown AuthorThu, 12 Jul 2012 10:21:00 GMTPerformance Measures for Comprehensive Stroke Centershttp://www.jointcommission.org//performance_measures_for_comprehensive_stroke_centers/Comprehensive Stroke Centers must continue to meet the performance measure requirements for Primary Stroke Centers. Unknown AuthorThu, 12 Jul 2012 10:13:00 GMTRevised Certification Eligibility Criteria for Comprehensive Stroke Centers (CSC)http://www.jointcommission.org//certification_eligibility_criteria_for_comprehensive_stroke_centers_csc/The Joint Commission has developed a new Disease-Specific Care Advanced Certification Program for Comprehensive Stroke Centers (CSC) in collaboration with the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association.Unknown AuthorThu, 12 Jul 2012 10:09:00 GMTFacts about Disease-Specific Care Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//facts_about_disease-specific_care_certification/The Joint Commission’s Disease-Specific Care Certification Program, launched in 2002, is designed to evaluate clinical programs across the continuum of care. Joint Commission accredited organizations may seek certification for virtually any chronic disease or condition. Unknown AuthorWed, 11 Jul 2012 08:54:00 GMTFacts about Primary Stroke Center Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//facts_about_primary_stroke_center_certification/The Joint Commission's Primary Stroke Center Certification Program, launched in December 2003, was developed in collaboration with the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA).Unknown AuthorWed, 11 Jul 2012 06:15:00 GMTTransitions of Care: The need for a more effective approach to continuing patient carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//hot_topics_toc/This paper is the first of many planned communications that will report on new developments from The Joint Commission enterprise about work underway to address the problems related to transitions of care.Unknown AuthorWed, 27 Jun 2012 07:30:00 GMTRequirements for Advanced Certification in Heart Failurehttp://www.jointcommission.org//requirements_for_advanced_certification_in_heart_failure/New requirements for Advanced Certification in Heart Failure (effective July 1, 2011). The new certification requirements add expectations of safe, successful transitions of care from the inpatient setting to outpatient settings, either a clinic or cardiology practice.Unknown AuthorThu, 14 Jun 2012 16:07:00 GMTDisease-Specific Care Certification Feeshttp://www.jointcommission.org//disease-specific_care_certification_fees/Certification for Disease-Specific Care is on a two-year cycle. The certification fee consists of two parts: an on-site fee, which is assessed following the on-site review, and an annual subscription fee, which is billed each January. Unknown AuthorFri, 01 Jun 2012 14:05:00 GMTReal World Lessons Presented at Second Day of the 2012 International High Reliability Organizing Conference http://www.jointcommission.org//real_world_lessons_presented_at_second_day_of_the_2012_international_high_reliability_organizing_conference_/Day two of the Fifth International High Reliability Organizing Conference opened with a morning plenary address from Kathleen Sutcliffe, Ph.D, professor of Management and Organization, University of Michigan Stephen Ross School of Business, on the topic of “Safety-Efficiency Tradeoffs: Lessons from [...]Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniWed, 23 May 2012 14:01:00 GMTFirst Day of the 2012 International High Reliability Organizing Conference Off to an Exciting Starthttp://www.jointcommission.org//first_day_of_the_2012_HRO_conference_off_to_an_exciting_start/Day one of the Fifth International High Reliability Organizing Conference opened with a keynote address from Mark R. Chassin, M.D. FACP, M.P.P., M.P.H., president, The Joint Commission, on the topic of “High Reliability Healthcare: What’s Holding Us Back?” The conference, organized by Strategic Reli [...]Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniTue, 22 May 2012 10:51:00 GMTEligibility for Chronic Kidney Disease Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//eligibility_for_chronic_kidney_disease_certification/Unknown AuthorMon, 30 Apr 2012 11:33:00 GMTCertificate of Distinction for Chronic Kidney Disease http://www.jointcommission.org//certificate_of_distinction_for_chronic_kidney_disease_/The Joint Commission's Certificate of Distinction for Chronic Kidney Disease recognizes organizations that make exceptional efforts to foster better outcomes for CKD patients. Unknown AuthorMon, 30 Apr 2012 11:17:00 GMTCertificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke Centers http://www.jointcommission.org//certificate_of_distinction_for_primary_stroke_centers_/The Joint Commission's Certificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke Centers recognizes centers that make exceptional efforts to foster better outcomes for stroke care. Unknown AuthorMon, 30 Apr 2012 10:48:00 GMTRequirements for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centershttp://www.jointcommission.org//requirements_advanced_certification_for_primary_stroke_centers/Includes Standards, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and Performance Measures. Unknown AuthorMon, 30 Apr 2012 09:55:00 GMTThe Franklin Award of Distinction http://www.jointcommission.org//franklin_award/The American Case Management Association (ACMA) and The Joint Commission announced, in November 2002, their formal recognition of an exceptional Hospital/Health System Case Management Service with the creation of the first "Franklin Award of Distinction."Unknown AuthorFri, 27 Apr 2012 10:12:00 GMTPerformance Measurement and Improvement for Disease-Specific Care Certification Programshttp://www.jointcommission.org//performance_measurement_and_improvement_for_disease-specific_care_certification_programs/Unknown AuthorFri, 06 Apr 2012 11:48:00 GMTDisease-Specific Care Certification Q & A Guidehttp://www.jointcommission.org//Disease-Specific_Care_Certification_QandA_Guide/Q&A Guide for Disease-Specific Care Certification - A preparation guide to answer your questions about this unique recognition program. Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Mar 2012 09:43:00 GMTInterested in Disease-Specific Care Certification?http://www.jointcommission.org//certification/seeking_dsc_certification.aspxInterested in Disease-Specific Care Certification?Unknown AuthorTue, 28 Feb 2012 14:30:16 GMTThe Joint Commission Awards First Advanced Certifications for Palliative Carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//the_joint_commission_awards_first_advanced_certifications_for_palliative_care/Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minn.; Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y.; Mt. Sinai Medical Center, New York City; St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, Pontiac, Mich.; and The Connecticut Hospice, Inc. in Branford, Conn. have become the first hospitals across the country to receive Advanced Certificati [...]Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMon, 27 Feb 2012 08:57:00 GMTTeleconference Audio Replay: Updates to Advanced Certification for Stroke and Heart Failure - Feb. 9, 2012http://www.jointcommission.org//audio_replay_updates_to_advanced_certification_for_stroke_and_heart_failure/Teleconference replay of Information on new features and benefits for organizations certified for stroke and heart failure.Unknown AuthorFri, 10 Feb 2012 09:55:00 GMTReinstated Decision Rule for Accreditation with Follow-up Survey in 2012http://www.jointcommission.org//reinstated_decision_rule/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorWed, 01 Feb 2012 10:11:00 GMTTexting Ordershttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=401Is it acceptable for physicians and licensed independent practitioners (and other practitioners allowed to write orders) to text orders for patients to the hospital or other healthcare setting?Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Nov 2011 13:53:52 GMTImmunizationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//immunization/Unknown AuthorFri, 28 Oct 2011 12:32:00 GMTExamples of how to use the Gold Seal® http://www.jointcommission.org//examples_of_how_to_use_the_gold_seal_/Examples of how a staffing organization may wish to use The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® to promote its certification. Unknown AuthorThu, 04 Aug 2011 11:47:00 GMTIs certification or advanced certification for you?http://www.jointcommission.org//dsc_update_blog/certification_or_adv_certification_for_you/The Joint Commission offers certification at two levels – core and advanced. Both are evaluated through the same set of standards. Pamela SchumacherTue, 14 Jun 2011 16:12:00 GMTHow to use the Standards FAQshttp://www.jointcommission.org//joint_commission_webmasters_blog/how_to_use_the_standards_faqs/Learn more about how to use the Standards FAQs section of the website.Frank BarancykThu, 05 May 2011 15:30:00 GMTAnnouncing a New Phase in Heart Failure Certification http://www.jointcommission.org//announcing_a_new_phase_in_heart_failure_certification__/Advanced Certification in Heart Failure will now include transitions of care to the outpatient setting. New certification requirements go into effect July 1. Applications are now being accepted. Unknown AuthorFri, 29 Apr 2011 08:49:00 GMTHealth Affairs - Still Crossing the Quality Chasmhttp://www.jointcommission.org//healthaffairs/The April issue of Health Affairs features an article, written by Drs. Mark Chassin and Jerod Loeb, titled “The Ongoing Quality Improvement Journey: Next Stop, High Reliability.” The article highlights high reliability, which can be defined as consistent excellence over long periods of time.Health Affairs features an article, written by Drs. Mark Chassin and Jerod Loeb, titled “The Ongoing Quality Improvement Journey: Next Stop, High Reliability.” The article highlights high reliability, which can be defined as consistent excellence over long periods of time.]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 14 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMTSpeak Up: Prevent errors in your care http://www.jointcommission.org//multimedia/speak-up-prevent-errors-in-your-care-/ See the first in a series of new animated Speak Up™ videos that encourage patients to speak up and be active participants in their health care. Like the other Speak Up materials, the videos are free and can be used by accredited organizations and other interested stakeholders that want to pro [...]See the first in a series of new animated Speak Up™ videos that encourage patients to speak up and be active participants in their health care. 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]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Mar 2011 12:17:00 GMTTeleconference Audio Replay: DSC Joint Replacement - January 25, 2011http://www.jointcommission.org//audio_joint_replacement_012511/Teleconference Audio Replay: DSC Joint Replacement - January 25, 2011Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Jan 2011 14:51:00 GMTWhat is Joint Commission Connect?http://www.jointcommission.org//joint_commission_webmasters_blog/what_is_joint_commission_connect/The Joint Commission Connect is a secure extranet website intended only for Joint Commission accredited or certified organizations.Frank BarancykMon, 10 Jan 2011 11:51:00 GMTFacts about Joint Commission Connecthttp://www.jointcommission.org//facts_about_joint_commission_connect/Joint Commission Connect is a secure Web site intended only for Joint Commission accredited or certified organizations.Unknown AuthorMon, 10 Jan 2011 11:15:00 GMTTable of Changes for 2011 Disease-Specifc Carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//table_of_changes_for_2011_disease-specifc_care/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorSat, 01 Jan 2011 09:51:00 GMTTypes of Disease-Specific Care Programs Certifiedhttp://www.jointcommission.org//eligibility_for_disease-specific_care_certification__/Examples of these programs include, but are not limited to, services provided in hospitals, clinics, home care companies, long-term care facilities, sub-acute care, rehabilitation centers, and physician groups.Unknown AuthorFri, 05 Nov 2010 12:57:00 GMTEvolution of Performance Measurement at The Joint Commission http://www.jointcommission.org//Evolution_of_Performance_Measurement_at_the_Joint_Commission_/The history of The Joint Commission is rooted in performance measurement, and dates back to Ernest A. Codman and the development of his “end results thesis”. . .Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:45:00 GMTKey Historical Activities http://www.jointcommission.org//key_historical_activities_/The overarching objective of these activities was to establish the prerequisite technical infrastructures within health care organizations, measurement systems and at The Joint Commission...Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:40:00 GMTFuture Goals and Objectives http://www.jointcommission.org//future_goals_and_objectives_/The overarching objectives these activities are...Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:30:00 GMTOngoing Activities http://www.jointcommission.org//ongoing_activities_/The overarching objective of these activities was the introduction and initial use of standardized core measures.Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:30:00 GMTComprehensive Review of Hospital Core Measureshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Comprehensive_Review_of_Hospital_Core_Measures/This overview is intended to summarize the challenges and decisions that impacted the development and testing of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) heart failure (HF) and community acquired. . .Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:25:00 GMTAttributes of Core Performance Measures and Associated Evaluation Criteriahttp://www.jointcommission.org//Attributes_of_Core_Performance_Measures_and_Associated_Evaluation_Criteria/Attributes of Core Performance Measures and Associated Evaluation CriteriaUnknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:20:00 GMTPrinciples Respecting Joint Commission Core Performance Measurement Activitieshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Principles_Respecting_Joint_Commission_Core_Performance_Measurement_Activities/These principles respecting core performance measurement activities are intended to guide the Joint Commission in the identification, implementation and use of tools for measuring and improving patient care.Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Nov 2010 10:15:00 GMTImproving and Measuring Osteoporosis Managementhttp://www.jointcommission.org//improving_and_measuring_osteoporosis_management/Unknown AuthorSun, 03 Oct 2010 13:35:00 GMTCertification Measureshttp://www.jointcommission.org//certification_measures/Unknown AuthorFri, 01 Oct 2010 10:07:00 GMTTeleconference Audio Replay: Stroke Rehabilitation - September 29, 2010http://www.jointcommission.org//teleconference_audio_replay_stroke_rehabilitation_-_septemebr_29_2010/Audio Replay Unknown AuthorWed, 29 Sep 2010 14:38:00 GMTHospital Based Inpatient Psychiatric Services (HBIPS) Core Measure Set - New information on ORYX requirements and reporting (posted July 2010)http://www.jointcommission.org//Hospital_Based_Inpatient_Psychiatric_Services_HBIPS_Core_Measure_Set_-_New_information_on_ORYX_requirements_and_reporting_posted_July_2010/Unknown AuthorFri, 16 Jul 2010 18:06:00 GMTThe Joint Commission Conflict of Interest Policyhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Conflict_of_Interest_Policy/It is the mission of The Joint Commission to continuously improve the safety and quality of care provided to the public through the provision of health care accreditation/certification and related services that support performance improvement in health care organizations.Unknown AuthorMon, 12 Jul 2010 17:56:00 GMTTeleconference Audio Replay: Advanced Diabetes Care Certification - June 14, 2010http://www.jointcommission.org//teleconference_audio_replay_advanced_diabeties_care_certification_-_june_14_2010/Audio Replay Unknown AuthorMon, 14 Jun 2010 14:41:00 GMTMeasuring Hand Hygiene Adherence: Overcoming the Challengeshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Measuring_Hand_Hygiene_Adherence_Overcoming_the_Challenges_/The Joint Commission is releasing “Measuring Hand Hygiene Adherence: Overcoming the Challenges,” to help health care organizations target their efforts in measuring hand hygiene performance.Unknown AuthorTue, 04 May 2010 17:56:00 GMTAcronyms Frequently Used by The Joint Commission http://www.jointcommission.org//Acronyms_Frequently_Used_by_The_Joint_Commission_/Acronyms Frequently Used by The Joint CommissionUnknown AuthorWed, 21 Apr 2010 17:56:00 GMTCandidate Measure Information Formhttp://www.jointcommission.org//candidate_measure_information_form/Candidate Measure Information FormUnknown AuthorWed, 17 Mar 2010 17:58:00 GMTCultural and Linguistic Care in Area Hospitals - Final Report http://www.jointcommission.org//Cultural_and_Linguistic_Care_in_Area_Hospitals_-_Final_Report__/Unknown AuthorWed, 17 Mar 2010 17:58:00 GMTGreat Achievements Come One Step at a Time - Your 10-Step Guide to Achieving TJC DSC Certification for Inpatient Diabetieshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Great_Achievements_Come_One_Step_at_a_Time_-_Your_10-Step_Guide_to_Achieving_TJC_DSC_Certification_for_Inpatient_Diabeties/Great Achievements Come One Step at a Time - Your 10-Step Guide to Achieving TJC DSC Certification for Inpatient DiabetiesUnknown AuthorWed, 24 Feb 2010 17:57:00 GMTJoint Commission Resources 2010 Seminar & Conference Calendarhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Joint_Commission_Resources_2010_Seminar__Conference_Calendar/Joint Commission Resources 2010 Seminar & Conference CalendarUnknown AuthorTue, 05 Jan 2010 17:56:00 GMTWebsite Permissions/Reprints Request Formhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Website_PermissionsReprints_Request_Form/Use this form to request Website Permissions/Reprints Unknown AuthorMon, 04 Jan 2010 17:56:00 GMTTable of Changes, 2010 Disease-Specific Carehttp://www.jointcommission.org//table_of_changes_2010_disease-specific_care/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorFri, 01 Jan 2010 09:46:00 GMTDemo on How to Access Application on TJC Connect Extranethttp://www.jointcommission.org//Demo_on_How_to_Access_Application_on_TJC_Connect_Extranet/Directions on how to begin the application for survey process via the use of extranet screen prints.Unknown AuthorTue, 15 Dec 2009 17:58:00 GMTSlides and Recording from Inpatient Diabetes Teleconference - December 9, 2009http://www.jointcommission.org//slides_from_inpatient_diabetes_teleconference_-_december_9_2009/Slides from Inpatient Diabetes Con Call - December 9, 2009Unknown AuthorWed, 09 Dec 2009 17:57:00 GMTSlides and Recording from Joint Replacement Teleconference - November 20, 2009http://www.jointcommission.org//Slides_from_Joint_Replacement_Teleconference_-_November_20_2009/Slides from Joint Replacement Teleconference - November 20, 2009Unknown AuthorFri, 20 Nov 2009 17:57:00 GMTSlides from Teleconference on Stroke Performance Measures Update - October 28, 2009http://www.jointcommission.org//slides_from_102809_teleconference_on_stroke_performance_measures_update_/Slides from Teleconference on Stroke Performance Measures Update - October 28, 2009Unknown AuthorWed, 28 Oct 2009 17:57:00 GMTExternally Funded Research Projectshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Externally_Funded_Research_Projects/List of Externally Funded Research Projects involving The Joint Commission's Division of Quality Measurement and ResearchUnknown AuthorFri, 16 Oct 2009 17:58:00 GMTH1N1 & Seasonal Influenza: Improving Your Vaccination Programhttp://www.jointcommission.org//H1N1__Seasonal_Influenza_Improving_Your_Vaccination_Program/Slide presentation that accompanied a podcast on H1N1 and Seasonal InfluenzaUnknown AuthorThu, 15 Oct 2009 17:58:00 GMTDon't Just Talk the Talk: The Joint Commission tackles its own processes with Lean and Six Sigma, Quality Progress, July 2009 http://www.jointcommission.org//dont_just_talk_the_talk/This article covers The Joint Commission's use of Lean and Six Sigma in their new Robust Process Improvement approach to quality improvement.Unknown AuthorFri, 07 Aug 2009 17:56:00 GMTSpecial Instructions for Accessing The Joint Commission Connect for Non-Internet Explorer Browser Users (For Windows Users)http://www.jointcommission.org//Special_Instructions_for_Accessing_The_Joint_Commission_Connect_for_Non-Internet_Explorer_Browser_Users_For_Windows_Users/Special Instructions for Accessing The Joint Commission Connect for Non-Internet Explorer Browser Users (For Windows Users)Unknown AuthorWed, 22 Jul 2009 17:56:00 GMTProviding a Safer Environment for Health Care Personnel and Patients through Influenza Vaccinationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Providing_a_Safer_Environment/“Providing a Safer Environment for Health Care Personnel and Patients through Influenza Vaccination: Strategies from Research and Practice,” a free monograph, to help health care organizations of all types improve seasonal influenza vaccination rates in health care personnel.Unknown AuthorThu, 25 Jun 2009 17:56:00 GMTEmergency Department Requirementshttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=100Q. If a patient enters Emergency Department with symptoms of stroke with onset more than three hours, or even three or four days prior to ED visit, do the CT and labs need to be performed within the 45 minute timeframe required in the standard? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTIA t-PAhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=101Q. If the organization administers IA t-PA- does it count in the performance measure for IV t-PA? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTSwallow Screen Evaluationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=102Q. In the event a patient fails the bedside  swallow screen evaluation and is ordered NPO pending speech therapy (assume the patient arrived on a Friday afternoon) would a barium swallow study suffice for evaluation of swallow until a formal swallow study could be performed on Monday by speech thera [...]Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTStroke Unit and Continuing Educationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=108Q. Is everyone on the stroke unit and team required to complete eight hours of continuing education units (CEUs) on an annual basis? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTUse of the NIH Stroke Scalehttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=109Q. Is the organization required to use the NIH Stroke Scale to assess a stroke patient? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTPrimary Stroke Center Neurosurgeon Requirementhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=110Q. Is the Primary Stroke Center required to have a neurosurgeon? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTPhysician Order IV Thrombolytichttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=18Q. Can a (Board Certified) Emergency Department physician order IV thrombolytic using the CPGs and clinical protocols without consulting a neurologist or the stroke team? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTACLS Traininghttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=19Q. Can ACLS training count toward the eight hours of stroke continuing education? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTStroke Performance Measure Compliancehttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=2Q. A patient experiences a stroke several days later after being admitted with another diagnosis.  What day is considered to be the first day for compliance with the performance measures? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTStroke Program Co-Medical Directorshttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=20Q. Can the organization appoint co-medical directors to its Stroke Program? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTDevelopment of Stroke Performance Measureshttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=21Q. Can the organization develop its own performance measures for stroke?  Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTGWTG –Stroke Programhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=22Q. Can the organization use the GWTG –Stroke program as our Clinical Practice Guidelines? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTMeasuring Stroke Care and Performance http://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=318Q. What data tool or format should the organization use for measuring stroke care and performance? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTInitial Stroke Reviewhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=320Q. What does the organization need to have ready for the reviewer for an initial stroke review? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTPrimary Source Verificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=321Q. What is primary source verification? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTComplete the Dysphagia Screenhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=325Q. Who should complete the dysphagia screen? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTTime Last Known Well and Time of Symptom Onset http://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=59Q. What is the difference between Time Last Known Well and time of symptom onset? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTAfter Hours Cleaning Service and Medical Recordshttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=6Q. The organization contracts with an after hours cleaning service.   The organization’s medical records are stored in an unlocked area or on open shelves within a secure area. The after hours cleaning crew members sign confidentiality statements. Is this acceptable or should the organization store [...]Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTCertified Medical Educationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=60Q. Do the eight hours of continuing education have to be Certified Medical Education hours? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTEducation and Initial Certification Reviewhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=61Q. Do the eight hours of education have to be completed at the time of Initial Certification review? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTDefinition of Acute Strokehttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=63Q. Does The Joint Commission define Acute Stroke in terms of hours or timeframe of onset of symptoms? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTClinical Practice Guidelineshttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=64Q. Does The Joint Commission require specific Clinical Practice Guidelines? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTGWTG-Stroke and QI Criteriahttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=65Q. Does the organization have to use GWTG-Stroke in order to meet its QI criteria? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTData and Initial Certification Reviewhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=66Q. Does the organization need to present data on an initial certification review? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTStroke Teamhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=67Q. Does the stroke team have to include a board certified neurologist?  Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTDysphagia Screenhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=88Q. For which patients should the dysphagia screen be performed? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTIV Thrombolytic Therapyhttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=95Q. How can the organization indicate IV Thrombolytic Therapy has been considered for a stroke patient? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTDifferences of the GWTG-Stroke Program http://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=96Q. How does the GWTG-Stroke program differ from other programs? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTEvaluating Patient’s Perception of Care and Program Effectiveness http://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=97Q. How does the organization evaluate the patient’s perception of care and program effectiveness? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTSubmitting Stroke Performance Measure Datahttp://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=98Q. How does the organization submit stroke performance measure data to The Joint Commission? Unknown AuthorWed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTSlides from Heart Failure Presentation - May 7, 2009http://www.jointcommission.org//slides_from_heart_failure_presentation_-_may_7_2009/Slides from Heart Failure Presentation - May 7, 2009Unknown AuthorThu, 07 May 2009 17:57:00 GMTWho is required to have the eight hours of continuing stroke education annually?http://www.jointcommission.org//standards_information/jcfaqdetails.aspx?StandardsFAQId=324Q. Who is required to have the eight hours of continuing stroke education annually? Unknown AuthorThu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTAffirmation Statementhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Affirmation_Statement/Completed by accredited organizations, ONLY when an Alternative 4 review in response to a sentinel event is chosen. Unknown AuthorWed, 01 Apr 2009 17:57:00 GMTReport a Complaint about Medical Information Mishandled by The Joint Commission Staff- Privacy Incident Report Form http://www.jointcommission.org//Report_a_Complaint_about_Medical_Information_Mishandled_by_The_Joint_Commission_Staff-_Privacy_Incident_Report_Form___/Form to Report a Complaint about Medical Information Mishandled by The Joint Commission Staff- Privacy Incident Report Unknown AuthorWed, 01 Apr 2009 17:57:00 GMTJean E. Range, M.S., R.N., C.P.H.Q.http://www.jointcommission.org//jean_e_range_ms_rn_cphq/Jean Range, M.S., R.N., C.P.H.Q. is Executive Director of The Joint Commission's Disease-Specific Care Certification program.Unknown AuthorThu, 01 Jan 2009 15:23:00 GMTStroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - PREFACE - Oct 08http://www.jointcommission.org//Stroke_Performance_Measurement_Implementation_Guide_-_PREFACE_-_Oct_08/Stroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - PREFACE - Oct 08Unknown AuthorThu, 23 Oct 2008 17:57:00 GMTStroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - TABLE OF CONTENTShttp://www.jointcommission.org//Stroke_Performance_Measurement_Implementation_Guide_-_TABLE_OF_CONTENTS/Stroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - TABLE OF CONTENTSUnknown AuthorThu, 23 Oct 2008 17:57:00 GMT2008 StrokePerformance Measurement Guide - RELEASE NOTEShttp://www.jointcommission.org//2008_StrokePerformance_Measurement_Guide_-_RELEASE_NOTES/2008 StrokePerformance Measurement Guide - RELEASE NOTESUnknown AuthorWed, 15 Oct 2008 17:58:00 GMTRadiation Overdose FAQshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Radiation_Overdose_FAQs/Radiation Overdose as a Reviewable Sentinel Event - The Joint Commission recently added two new items to its list of events that are reviewable under its Sentinel Event Policy.Unknown AuthorWed, 07 Nov 2007 17:57:00 GMTStatement of Conditions Compliance Documenthttp://www.jointcommission.org//Statement_of_Conditions/The Statement of Conditions (SOC) is a proactive document that helps an organization assess its current level of compliance and describe how to resolve any Life Safety Code (LSC) deficiencies.Unknown AuthorWed, 17 Oct 2007 16:05:00 GMTRetained Foreign Object After Surgery FAQshttp://www.jointcommission.org//Retained_Foreign_Object_After_Surgery_FAQs/Retained Foreign Object After Surgery FAQsUnknown AuthorTue, 11 Sep 2007 17:57:00 GMTAssessing the Quality of Care in Disease Mananagement http://www.jointcommission.org//assessing_the_quality_of_care_in_disease_mananagement/Choosing to be certified by Tthe Joint Commission means a great deal. It means you've demonstrated a commitment to providing quality care and you seek to continuously improve that care. Unknown AuthorThu, 31 May 2007 17:57:00 GMTSurgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) Measure Information Form (Version 2.1c)http://www.jointcommission.org//Surgical_Care_Improvement_Project_SCIP_Measure_Information_Form_Version_21c/Peformance Measure Name: Surgery Patients Who Received Appropriate Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis Within 24 Hours Prior to Surgery to 24 Hours After SurgeryUnknown AuthorFri, 17 Nov 2006 17:58:00 GMTMagnetic Resonance Safe Practice Guidelines of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Centerhttp://www.jointcommission.org//magnetic_resonance_safe_practice_guidelines_of_the_university_of_pittsburgh_medical_center/Magnetic Resonance Safe Practice Guidelines of the University of Pittsburgh Medical CenterUnknown AuthorMon, 31 Jul 2006 17:58:00 GMTDisease-Specific Care Certification Appendix: Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Certificationhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Disease-Specific_Care_Certification_Appendix__Lung_Volume_Reduction_Surgery_Certification/Disease-Specific Care Certification Appendix: Lung Volume Reduction Surgery CertificationUnknown AuthorMon, 19 Jun 2006 17:57:00 GMTThe Sorry Works! Coalition: Making the Case for Full Disclosurehttp://www.jointcommission.org//The_Sorry_Works_Coalition_Making_the_Case_for_Full_Disclosure/The Sorry Works! Coalition, an organization of doctors, lawyers, insurers, and patient advocates, is dedicated to promoting full disclosure and apologies for medical errors.Unknown AuthorFri, 26 May 2006 17:57:00 GMTOrganization Update Formhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Organization_Update_Form/Organization Update FormUnknown AuthorFri, 24 Mar 2006 17:56:00 GMTStroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - Release Notes from June 05http://www.jointcommission.org//Stroke_Performance_Measurement_Implementation_Guide_-_Release_Notes_from_June_05/Stroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - Release Notes from June 05Unknown AuthorWed, 22 Jun 2005 17:57:00 GMTFact Sheet Beta-Blockers for Acute Myocardial Infarctionhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Fact_Sheet_Beta-Blockers_for_Acute_Myocardial_Infarction/Beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agents (ß-blockers) are drugs with multiple actions on the heart. Blockade of ß-1 receptors results in slowing of heart rate, reduction in myocardial. . .Unknown AuthorMon, 02 May 2005 17:58:00 GMTCommitment to Respond to COMMIT/CCS-2 Trial Results Beta Blocker Use for Myocardial Infarction (MI) Within 24 Hours of Hospital Arrivalhttp://www.jointcommission.org//Commitment_to_Respond_to_COMMITCCS-2_Trial_Results_Beta_Blocker_Use_for_Myocardial_Infarction_MI_Within_24_Hours_of_Hospital_Arrival/Initial review of the presentation findings from the COMMIT/CCS-2 trial...Unknown AuthorFri, 15 Apr 2005 17:58:00 GMTStroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - Release Notes from Oct 04http://www.jointcommission.org//Stroke_Performance_Measurement_Implementation_Guide_-_Release_Notes_from_Oct_04/Stroke Performance Measurement Implementation Guide - Release Notes from Oct 04Unknown AuthorThu, 14 Apr 2005 17:57:00 GMTSentinel Event Alert, Issue 28: Infection control related sentinel eventshttp://www.jointcommission.org//sentinel_event_alert_issue_28_infection_control_related_sentinel_events/Despite the small number of infection-related sentinel event cases reported to the Joint Commission, the number of patients acquiring infections in the health care setting, as well as the number...Unknown AuthorWed, 22 Jan 2003 11:35:00 GMTFailure Mode, Effect, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) Worksheethttp://www.jointcommission.org//Failure_Mode_Effect_and_Criticality_Analysis_FMECA_Worksheet/Patient Safety - Failure Mode, Effect, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) Worksheet - Adapted, with permission, from model used by Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton, OhioUnknown AuthorMon, 25 Feb 2002 17:56:00 GMTSample Failure Mode, Effect, and Criticality Analysis for Hypothetical Medication Use Process in O.R. http://www.jointcommission.org//Sample_Failure_Mode_Effect_and_Criticality_Analysis_for_Hypothetical_Medication_Use_Process_in_OR_/Patient Safety - Sample Failure Mode, Effect, and Criticality Analysis for Hypothetical Medication Use Process in O.R. Unknown AuthorFri, 01 Feb 2002 17:56:00 GMT