Right around this time every year, The Joint Commission updates its list of top-cited or most challenging standards. As a follow-up to this annual discussion, and in conjunction with BOJ's own coverage of 2012's most challenging standards, AHAP conducted a benchmarking survey in October...
On July 20, a gunman set off tear gas and opened fire in a crowded Aurora, Colo., theater at a midnight movie screening, killing 12 and injuring 58 others.
In the last 10 years, obesity among adults has become a focal point in the United States. As a result, there has been an increased effort from the government and national health organizations to help curb the obesity issue, which is putting a massive strain not only on patients' health but on...
Briefings on Accreditation & Quality - Volume 23, Issue 12
The PPR process has had its fans and detractors over the years. While it frustrated some users, others found the process invaluable for continual survey readiness. But no matter which side of the fence you landed on, everyone is in for a change very soon: The Joint Commission is releasing a new...
It's a not-uncommon theme, particularly around survey time: In what ways does seeking accreditation-through The Joint Commission, the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program, Det Norske Veritas, or elsewhere-help us improve?
I just wanted to let you know that we’ve finally nailed down a date for the seventh annual AHAP conference. The 2013 AHAP conference will be held on June 6-7, 2013, and we’re going back to Vegas! The Flamingo Las Vegas Casino & Hotel will be hosting us this year, and we hope you...