http://www.jointcommission.orgJoint Commissionhttp://www.jointcommission.org/revisions_continue_for_life_safety_and_environment_of_care_chapters/Joint Commission requirement.Unknown AuthorFri, 30 Jun 2017 11:18:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Sentinel_Event_Policy_and_Procedures/Sentinel Event Policy and ProceduresUnknown AuthorThu, 29 Jun 2017 11:24:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/prepublication_standards_–_standards_revisions_for_phase_i_/The Joint Commission has revised its Medication Management (MM) standards for all applicable accreditation programs to assure that they continue to reflect evidence-based practices and quality and safety issues that have emerged from the field in recent years.Unknown AuthorWed, 28 Jun 2017 13:19:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/prepublication_standards_–_standards_revisions_to_environment_of_care_and_life_safety_chapters_related_to_life_safety_code_update_/As announced in the November 2016 issue of Perspectives, The Joint Commission revised the Life Safety (LS) and Environment of Care (EC) chapters following adoption of the 2012 editions of the National Fire Protection Association’s NFPA 101: Life Safety Code and NFPA 99: Health Care Facilities Code.Unknown AuthorWed, 28 Jun 2017 12:09:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_slides_sea_issue_57_building_your_safety_culture_leaders/In this webinar, The Joint Commission’s President and Chief Executive Officer Mark Chassin, MD, FACP, MPP, MPH, offered attendees guidance on building your safety culture. an essential first step toward high reliability.Unknown AuthorTue, 20 Jun 2017 16:30:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_june_2017/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorFri, 16 Jun 2017 10:29:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_joint_commission_accreditation_standards/Joint Commission standards are the basis of an objective evaluation process that can help health care organizations measure, assess and improve performance. Unknown AuthorFri, 09 Jun 2017 10:33:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_may_2017/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorThu, 18 May 2017 15:28:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/joint_commission_deletes_eps_nonhospital_programs/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorMon, 15 May 2017 15:05:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_the_safer_matrix_scoring/The Survey Analysis for Evaluating Risk™ (SAFER™) is a transformative approach for identifying and communicating risk levels associated with deficiencies cited during surveys. The additional information related to risk provided by the SAFER Matrix™ helps organizations prioritize and focus.Unknown AuthorThu, 20 Apr 2017 16:32:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_april_2017/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorFri, 14 Apr 2017 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/revision_decision_rules_post-survey_process/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorThu, 13 Apr 2017 08:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_march_2017/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorWed, 15 Mar 2017 12:25:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_the_intracycle_monitoring_process/The Joint Commission’s Intracycle Monitoring (ICM) process helps organizations with their continuous standards compliance efforts. Every accredited organization has access to an ICM Profile, an online workspace on The Joint Commission Connect™ extranet.Unknown AuthorThu, 09 Mar 2017 09:02:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/changes_announced_survey-review_notification_policy/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorTue, 07 Mar 2017 14:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/clarification_sentinel_event_measures_success_in_effect/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorTue, 07 Mar 2017 14:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/fda_bans_use_of_powdered_gloves/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorTue, 07 Mar 2017 14:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_statistics_quarterly/Summary Data of Sentinel Events reviewed by The Joint Commission (as of 1/13//2017)Unknown AuthorFri, 03 Mar 2017 10:58:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_slides_safer_matrix_020717/February 7, 2017 webinar replay and slides: The SAFER™ MatrixUnknown AuthorThu, 02 Mar 2017 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_57/In any health care organization, leadership’s first priority is to be accountable for effective care while protecting the safety of patients, employees, and visitors. Competent and thoughtful leaders contribute to improvements in safety and organizational culture. Unknown AuthorWed, 01 Mar 2017 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_office-based_surgery_accreditation/The Joint Commission introduced its Office-Based Surgery (OBS) Accreditation program in 2001. It serves as a quality oversight tool for smaller surgical practices. Unknown AuthorWed, 22 Feb 2017 14:03:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_the_unannounced_survey_process/The Joint Commission generally conducts unannounced surveys unless it is not feasible or logical to do so. All hospital and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services deeming or recognition surveys are unannounced. This fact sheet includes a table listing exceptions to unannounced surveys.Unknown AuthorFri, 17 Feb 2017 08:48:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_february_2017/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorFri, 17 Feb 2017 08:25:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_the_tracer_methodology/A key part of The Joint Commission’s on-site survey process is the tracer methodology. The tracer methodology uses information from the organization to follow the experience of care, treatment or services for a number of patients through the organization’s entire health care delivery process.Unknown AuthorFri, 10 Feb 2017 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/clarification_observers_standard/Joint Commission requirement.Unknown AuthorWed, 01 Feb 2017 10:32:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_january_2017/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorFri, 20 Jan 2017 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/2017_webinar_series_for_ambulatory_care_organizations/Announcing the 2017 Webinar Series for Ambulatory Care Organizations! Make an informed choice about ambulatory care accreditation. Providing a high-level overview of a variety of ambulatory care accreditation topics, these webinars are ideal for ambulatory care organizations but all are welcome.Unknown AuthorTue, 17 Jan 2017 13:54:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/safer_matrix_effective_jan_1_2017/Joint Commission requirement.Unknown AuthorMon, 09 Jan 2017 15:32:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/approved_changes_to_clarification_process/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorThu, 22 Dec 2016 08:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/clarification_use_of_secure_text_messaging/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorThu, 22 Dec 2016 08:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/2017_survey_activity_guide_ambulatory/The 2017 Ambulatory Care Accreditation Survey Activity Guide for Health Care Organizations is now available. There are minimal changes to the survey process for Ambulatory and Office-based Surgery programs for 2017. Unknown AuthorTue, 20 Dec 2016 12:34:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_december_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorTue, 13 Dec 2016 14:25:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_the_national_patient_safety_goals/In 2002, The Joint Commission established its National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) program; the first set of NPSGs was effective January 1, 2003. The NPSGs were established to help accredited organizations address specific areas of concern in regard to patient safety.Unknown AuthorMon, 12 Dec 2016 16:45:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/pricing_worksheet_obs/Office-Based Surgery - Ambulatory Care 2017 Fees Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Dec 2016 10:04:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/obs_2017_npsgs/2017 National Patient Safety GoalsUnknown AuthorFri, 02 Dec 2016 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/npsg_presentation/The Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals presentation for 2017 is now available!Unknown AuthorTue, 22 Nov 2016 11:55:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_slides_safer_matrix_11-15-16/November 15, 2016 webinar replay and slides: The SAFER™ MatrixUnknown AuthorTue, 22 Nov 2016 10:53:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_november_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Nov 2016 15:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_joint_commission_accreditation_and_certification/Today, nearly 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States have been or accredited or certified by The Joint Commission. Unknown AuthorThu, 27 Oct 2016 09:07:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/the_safer™_matrix_and_changes_to_the_post-survey_process/As announced in the May 2016 Perspectives, The Joint Commission is conducting a series of interrelated process improvement projects known as Project REFRESH. Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Oct 2016 14:04:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_slides_safer_matrix/October 18, 2016 webinar replay and slides: The SAFER™ MatrixUnknown AuthorWed, 26 Oct 2016 09:40:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_october_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorThu, 13 Oct 2016 15:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/benefits_of_joint_commission_accreditation/Learn more about how Joint Commission accreditation can benefit your organization. Unknown AuthorWed, 05 Oct 2016 15:09:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/ealerts/E-alerts now available for Joint Commission Podcasts - update your subscription to sign up today!Unknown AuthorMon, 26 Sep 2016 08:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_september_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorWed, 14 Sep 2016 09:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/notifying_joint_commission_organization_changes/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorTue, 13 Sep 2016 12:01:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_refresh_safer_matrix/This webinar replay's objective is to educate our customers about the new Survey Analysis for Evaluating Risk (SAFER) matrix, and upcoming improvements to the accreditation process.Unknown AuthorMon, 12 Sep 2016 11:29:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_ecqm_hospital_readiness/This webinar replay provides the aggregate 2015 eCQM measure results. Unknown AuthorMon, 12 Sep 2016 10:29:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_august_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorThu, 25 Aug 2016 10:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/se_data_event_type_by_year_/Sentinel Event Statistics Data - Event Type by Year (2005 - Q2- 2016)Unknown AuthorMon, 01 Aug 2016 16:06:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_data_general/Sentinel Event Statistics Data - General Information (2005 - Q2-2016)Unknown AuthorMon, 01 Aug 2016 15:51:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/busting_the_myths_about_engaging_patients_and_families_in_patient_safety/Open and candid communication with patients and their families is a key component of safe and effective health care. However, communication between caregivers and patients is sometimes hindered by longstanding myths and misconceptions about the sharing of information. Unknown AuthorMon, 25 Jul 2016 14:07:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/leading_practice_library/The Leading Practice Library is a complimentary tool available to organizations that are currently accredited or certified by The Joint Commission.Unknown AuthorWed, 20 Jul 2016 11:11:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_july_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorThu, 14 Jul 2016 15:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_the_joint_commission/Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission evaluates and accredits nearly 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission is the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. Unknown AuthorFri, 08 Jul 2016 11:17:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_ecqm_implementation_submission_insights/This webinar replay provides actionable information on eCQM implementation and reporting from veteran eCQM submitters. For this session, The Joint Commission invited Cerner Corporation and Nebraska Health System experts to share their 2015 eCQM submission experiences and lessons learned.Unknown AuthorThu, 07 Jul 2016 14:40:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/webinar_replay_evaluating_responding_to_suicide_risk_tools_practices/This webinar highlights recommendations for screening, risk assessment, safety, treatment, discharge, and follow up care for individuals at risk for suicide.​Unknown AuthorFri, 24 Jun 2016 11:24:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_may_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorWed, 11 May 2016 15:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/common_myths_joint_commission_pain_standards/This free downloadable poster debunks the five most common myths about The Joint Commission pain standards. Unknown AuthorFri, 06 May 2016 12:59:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/pioneers_in_quality_abc_ecqms_acronyms_resources/QDM, JIRA, and VSAC, oh my! Organizations adopting eCQMs need to master a new vocabulary.This webinar replay covers common eCQM terms, tools, and resources you need to know as you enter the world of eCQM reporting. Unknown AuthorThu, 05 May 2016 15:08:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/update_texting_orders/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorFri, 29 Apr 2016 09:38:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/policy_changes_announced_pda02_decisions/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorFri, 29 Apr 2016 09:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/safer_matrix_new_scoring_methodology/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorFri, 29 Apr 2016 08:39:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/joint_commission_statement_on_pain_management/Read the statement on pain management from David W. Baker, MD, MPH, FACP, executive vice president, Healthcare Quality Evaluation, The Joint Commission. Unknown AuthorMon, 18 Apr 2016 14:15:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/heightened_security_awareness_healthcare_public_health/The Departments of Homeland Security and Health and Human Services have issued a joint resource for health care providers to support situational awareness and preparedness in the wake of the terrorist attacks in Brussels. They emphasize that no specific credible threats in the US are known. . .Unknown AuthorFri, 15 Apr 2016 12:22:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_march_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorFri, 18 Mar 2016 10:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_56/The rate of suicide is increasing in America. Now the 10th leading cause of death, suicide claims more lives than traffic accidents and more than twice as many as homicides. Access the Alert, a downloadable Infographic, and a document of related Joint Commission standards.Unknown AuthorWed, 24 Feb 2016 08:20:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/physician_leader_monthly_january_2016/Monthly e-newsletter for physician leaders.Unknown AuthorThu, 14 Jan 2016 15:28:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/standards_booster_paks/New Standards BoosterPak™added - High-Level Disinfection (HLD) and Sterilization. Learn more about Joint Commission Standards BoosterPaks™. Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Dec 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/facts_about_scoring_and_accreditation_decisions_for_2014/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 AuthorTue, 13 Oct 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/approved_2016_accreditation_certification_decision_rules/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Oct 2015 17:11:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/removal_life_safety_chapter_obs_practices_manual/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Oct 2015 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_55/Falls resulting in injury are a prevalent patient safety problem. Elderly and frail patients with fall risk factors are not the only ones who are vulnerable to falling in health care facilities. Unknown AuthorMon, 28 Sep 2015 08:30:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/a_joint_commission_fda_webinar_on_reprocessing_of_scopes_qa_replay/The objective of this webinar is to provide information on the FDA’s past and ongoing activities to minimize patient exposure to infections that can result from improperly reprocessing of scopes. Unknown AuthorFri, 26 Jun 2015 14:41:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/policies_regarding_accreditation_status_following_cessation_of_services/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorMon, 11 May 2015 11:04:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_54/Health information technology (health IT) is rapidly evolving and its use is growing, presenting new challenges to health care organizations. A Safe Health IT webinar replay and slide presentation from June 11, 2015 are now available. We hope that you find this information helpful and pass it on. Unknown AuthorTue, 31 Mar 2015 08:30:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/accreditation_decisions_organizations_initial_surveys/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorThu, 05 Mar 2015 10:33:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/accreditation_followup_survey_preliminary_denial_accreditation_decision_processes_organizations_resurvey/Joint Commission RequirementUnknown AuthorThu, 05 Mar 2015 10:13:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/office-based_surgery_eligibility_requirements/Eligibility requirements for organizations surveyed under the Office-Based Surgery Accreditation Program. After a comprehensive review of survey eligibility criteria, these requirements were revised to ensure that the eligibility criteria are current, relevant, and appropriate.Unknown AuthorMon, 12 Jan 2015 14:52:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/we_received_the_goldseal_brochure/We received the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission. What does this mean? Unknown AuthorMon, 24 Nov 2014 09:19:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/em_ic_ebola/Standards by Accreditation Program Related to Infection Control and Emergency Management for Ebola SituationsUnknown AuthorWed, 05 Nov 2014 10:46:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/2015_accreditation_and_certification_decision_rules_for_all_programs/Joint Commission Requirement Unknown AuthorTue, 07 Oct 2014 14:34:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_53/Tubing misconnections continue to cause severe patient injury and death, since tubes with different functions can easily be connected using luer connectors, or connections can be “rigged” (constructed) using adapters, tubing or catheters. 12/3/14 Webinar replayand slides added.Unknown AuthorWed, 20 Aug 2014 07:30:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_52/Thousands of patients have been adversely affected by the misuse of single-dose/single-use and multiple-dose vials. Webinar replay information added September 2014. Unknown AuthorMon, 16 Jun 2014 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/applicability_mm_standards_sample_medications/Joint Commission Requirement.Unknown AuthorThu, 02 Jan 2014 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/mobile_notification/Joint Commission customers can now access a new mobile-friendly version of the Notification of Scheduled Events – including notice of the onsite survey or review – that can be accessed via a smart phone.Unknown AuthorWed, 01 Jan 2014 14:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/implementation_guide_for_npsg070501_ssi_change_project/"The Joint Commission’s Implementation Guide for NPSG.07.05.01 on Surgical Site Infections: The SSI Change Project” will provide guidance to health care organizations implementing the National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG) on surgical site infections (SSIs). Unknown AuthorTue, 03 Dec 2013 11:12:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/helping_you_choose_quality_ambulatory_care/When you need ambulatory care, you should find out some information to help you choose the best ambulatory care provider for you or your loved one.Unknown AuthorFri, 18 Oct 2013 13:32:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_51/The unintended retention of foreign objects (URFOs) – also called retained surgical items (RSIs) – after invasive procedures can cause death, and surviving patients may sustain both physical and emotional harm, depending on the type of object retained and the length of time it is retained.Unknown AuthorThu, 17 Oct 2013 10:29:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/siras_infographic/Flu season is here. Get your practice ready for the flu season.Unknown AuthorMon, 14 Oct 2013 08:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/tackle_your_organizations_challenges_using_joint_commission_tools/Tools ready for use by C-Suite leaders and organizational quality and safety teams.Unknown AuthorFri, 11 Oct 2013 10:54:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/overuse_summit/“Proceedings from the National Summit on Overuse” provides detailed recommendations on curbing overuse of five identified medical interventions or treatments, as well as an overview of the 2012 National Summit on Overuse.Unknown AuthorMon, 08 Jul 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/r3_issue3/Published for Joint Commission accredited organizations and interested health care professionals, R3 Report provides the rationale and references that The Joint Commission employs in the development of new requirements.Unknown AuthorWed, 30 May 2012 08:15:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/preventing_clabsi/The Joint Commission, in collaboration with Joint Commission Resources and Joint Commission International, has produced a new monograph containing the most current information, evidence-based guidance, and resources to assist healthcare organization in reducing CLABSI.Unknown AuthorWed, 16 May 2012 07:45:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/strategies_for_improving_health_care_personnel_influenza_vaccination_rates/This document provides evidence-based strategies recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for improving health care personnel influenza vaccination rates, along with supporting documentation that can be found in The Joint Commission's influenza monograph.Unknown AuthorMon, 09 Apr 2012 11:45:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/influenza_and_influenza_vaccine_myths_and_reality/There are many myths and misunderstandings about influenza and the influenza vaccination. These myths are held by both the public and health care personnel.​Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Dec 2011 13:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/teleconference_on_standard_ic_020401/Handouts and audio replay for the 11/16/2011 conference call on Standard IC.02.04.01 Influenza Vaccination for Licensed Independent Practitioners and Staff for Ambulatory Health Care, Laboratory, Long Term Care (Medicare/Medicaid), Office-Based Surgery and Home Care accreditation programs.Unknown AuthorThu, 17 Nov 2011 09:12:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/What_Happens_After_Your_Joint_Commission_Survey/Your on-site survey is an important part of the accreditation decision-making process. During the on-site survey, your survey team uses the tracer methodology and other survey techniques to identify and document areas of noncompliance with Joint Commission standards.Unknown AuthorThu, 06 Oct 2011 08:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sea_issue_47/(Addendum May 2017) Diagnostic radiation is an effective tool that can save lives. The higher the dose of radiation delivered at any one time, however, the greater the risk for long-term damage. Unknown AuthorThu, 01 Sep 2011 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/tdap/The Joint Commission's Division of Healthcare Quality Evaluation is releasing "Tdap Vaccination Strategies for Adolescents and Adults, Including Health Care Personnel: Strategies from Research and Practice" to help health care organizations of all types.Unknown AuthorTue, 01 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/LASA/Patient Safety - Look-alike/sound-alike drug listUnknown AuthorWed, 05 Jan 2011 05:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/eligibility_obs/Office practices that perform invasive procedures are eligible for accreditation under the Joint Commission’s Office-Based Surgery Accreditation Program. Unknown AuthorSat, 06 Nov 2010 11:09:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/How_to_Quick_Guide/Now is the Time - Take the First Step Toward Joint Commission Office-Based Surgery AccreditationUnknown AuthorWed, 21 Jul 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_45_preventing_violence_in_the_health_care_setting_/(Addendum, February 2017) Once considered safe havens, health care institutions today are confronting steadily increasing rates of crime, including violent crimes such as assault, rape and homicide. Unknown AuthorThu, 03 Jun 2010 13:15:00 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Acronyms_Frequently_Used_by_The_Joint_Commission_/Acronyms Frequently Used by The Joint CommissionUnknown AuthorWed, 21 Apr 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/2009_Standards_Sampler_for_Office-Based_Surgery/Standards Sampler for Office-Based Surgery - The Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Office-Based Surgery (CAMOBS) contains the set of standards that have been designed specifically to evaluate...Unknown AuthorThu, 25 Feb 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Standards_Sampler_-_Office-Based_Surgery/Unknown AuthorThu, 25 Feb 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/The_Right_Choice_Brochure_Office-Based_Surgery/Joint Commission Accreditation The Right Choice for Office-Based Surgery practices - For your patients. For your staff. For your business. Unknown AuthorThu, 25 Feb 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Why_Should_Office-Based_Surgery_Facilities_Seek_Joint_Commission_Accreditation?_/Why Should Office-Based Surgery Facilities Seek Joint Commission Accreditation? Unknown AuthorWed, 24 Feb 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Standards_that_require_written_documentation_for_OBS/Standards that require written documentation for Office-Based Surgery settings.Unknown AuthorWed, 03 Feb 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/2010_Office-Based_Surgery_Accreditation_Fees/Office-Based Surgery Accreditation - 2010 FeesUnknown AuthorThu, 21 Jan 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Tutorial_on_the_Application_Submission_Process/Instructions on how to access the Application for Survey from the Joint Commision Connect extranet site via screen prints.Unknown AuthorFri, 15 Jan 2010 17:58:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Website_PermissionsReprints_Request_Form/Use this form to request Website Permissions/Reprints Unknown AuthorMon, 04 Jan 2010 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_43_leadership_committed_to_safety/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired.Unknown AuthorThu, 27 Aug 2009 13:08:00 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://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 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_42_safely_implementing_health_information_and_converging_technologies/As health information technology (HIT) and “converging technologies”—the interrelationship between medical devices and HIT—are increasingly adopted by health care organizations.Unknown AuthorThu, 11 Dec 2008 13:03:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Office-Based_Surgery_Standards_Manual_Ordering_Information/Joint Commission Resources is giving you more access solutions than ever. That includes the new E-dition online database, the powerful new Accreditation Manager Plus (AMP™)electronic toolkit and ...Unknown AuthorThu, 14 Aug 2008 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/NY_OBS_Postcard/Considering Office-Based Surgery Accreditation? The New York Department of Health requires all Physician performing office-based surgery or other invasive procedures (using moderate or greater sedatioUnknown AuthorMon, 21 Jul 2008 17:56:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_40_behaviors_that_undermine_a_culture_of_safety/Intimidating and disruptive behaviors can foster medical errors, contribute to poor patient satisfaction and to preventable adverse outcomes, increase the cost of care, and...Unknown AuthorWed, 09 Jul 2008 12:08:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/Retained_Foreign_Object_After_Surgery_FAQs/Retained Foreign Object After Surgery FAQsUnknown AuthorTue, 11 Sep 2007 17:57:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_37_preventing_adverse_events_caused_by_emergency_electrical_power_system_failures/Health care facilities are highly dependent on reliable sources of electrical power. NOTE: This Sentinel Event Alert was retired in August 2016.Unknown AuthorWed, 06 Sep 2006 12:03:00 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_35_using_medication_reconciliation_to_prevent_errors/Medication reconciliation is the process of comparing a patient's medication orders to all of the medications that the patient has been taking. NOTE: This Sentinel Event Alert was retired in August 2016.Unknown AuthorWed, 25 Jan 2006 11:59:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_32_preventing_and_managing_the_impact_of_anesthesia_awareness/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. Up-to-date guidance is provided in the following resources.Unknown AuthorWed, 06 Oct 2004 11:44:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_29_preventing_surgical_fires/In the fire triangle—heat, fuel and oxygen—each element must be present for a fire to start. And, though the incidents are significantly under-reported, too often all three elements come together...Unknown AuthorTue, 24 Jun 2003 11:37:00 GMThttp://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 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_24_a_follow-up_review_of_wrong_site_surgery/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. November 2014.Unknown AuthorWed, 05 Dec 2001 11:23:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_23_medication_errors_related_to_potentially_dangerous_abbreviations/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. This concern is addressed in Information Management standard IM.02.02.01, elements of performance 2 and 3, which include a “Do Not Use” list of abbreviations.Unknown AuthorSat, 01 Sep 2001 11:21:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_22_preventing_needlestick_and_sharps_injuries/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. Guidance to prevent needlestick and sharps injuries is provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). Unknown AuthorWed, 01 Aug 2001 09:37:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_19_look-alike_sound-alike_drug_names/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. August 2015.Unknown AuthorTue, 01 May 2001 11:03:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_16_mix-up_leads_to_a_medication_error/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. August 2015. Unknown AuthorTue, 27 Feb 2001 10:55:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_14_fatal_falls_lessons_for_the_future/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. September 2015. Unknown AuthorWed, 12 Jul 2000 10:51:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_12_operative_and_post-operative_complications_lessons_for_the_future/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. April 2015.Unknown AuthorFri, 04 Feb 2000 10:38:00 GMThttp://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_alert_issue_6_lessons_learned_wrong_site_surgery/This Sentinel Event Alert has been retired. November 2014.Unknown AuthorFri, 28 Aug 1998 10:04:00 GMT