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Advancing Global Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality

The Joint Commission and the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) announce a strategic alliance to advance global healthcare quality and safety for all.Learn more IV bag hanging from a holder.

IV Solution Shortage Impact

The Joint Commission understands the impact Hurricane Helene has on the IV solutions supply chain and its potential impact on patient care and overall operations. Click the link below to learn about resources and conservation tips that are available for healthcare organizations.Link to Standards FAQ A caregiver is helping an older lady.

The Care Badge, Helping to Recognize Efforts of Unpaid Caregivers

The Joint Commission and ARCHANGELS encourage everyone to learn about the Care Badge initiative to help recognize, support, and create opportunities for unpaid caregivers who help fill in the gap of helping others take care of their health.Learn about the Care Badge A male nurse smiling with blue scrubs on.

Workforce Safety and Well-Being Resource Center

Our new resource center provides healthcare leaders and staff with tools and strategies to enhance the safety and well-being of their workforce. Learn about the guides, modules, and more resources to help all levels of professionals.Visit the resource center A male and female sitting at kitchen table.

Resources For Health Care Equity Requirements

The Joint Commission Health Care Equity Resource Center provides complimentary resources including roadmaps and videos to support compliance with the health care equity accreditation requirements.

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Who We Are

We are committed to advancing safety and quality, as well as transforming health care, by encouraging, empowering, and supporting health care organizations to embrace quality improvement. Who we are

Who We Work With

For more than 70 years, The Joint Commission has been a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety in health care. We believe that all people should always expect the safest and highest quality care.

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Why Work With Us

We know that everyone plays an important role when it comes to quality and safety. That's why we offer expert resources and tools to enable those we serve, from health systems to frontline staff. Why work with us

What We Offer

The mission of The Joint Commission enterprise is to enable and empower health care organizations around the world to build a foundation for quality care and patient safety.

We work with tens of thousands of health care providers, giving us unmatched insight and expertise into the delivery of care. By sharing our knowledge, we aim to assist health care organizations like yours to elevate quality of care and patient safety.

What we offer 22000+

accredited and certified health care organizations

70+

countries served by the Joint Commission enterprise

2000+

resources to support patient safety and care quality

,,The experience was very collaborative where the surveyors shared best practices, were honest about concerns, and we had a nice dialog. They made it clear that they were here to help and inspire us to follow best practices. We really value their partnership and collaboration, and their commitment to patient safety and quality.,,

Debbie Hoffman - VP of Patient Services - Mosaic Medical Center

,,We looked at what the Joint Commission was measuring and compared how we were doing ourselves against industry norms. That helped us set baselines and targets for improvement.,,

Edna de Leon - Vice President of Quality - Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital

,,Working with The Joint Commission eased the process considerably. It was fluid and welcoming, and I felt as though we were totally being set up for success.,,

Brandy Amandolia - Manager for Accreditation Licensure - Wellstar Cobb Hospital

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Your Guide to Accreditation

Whether you're preparing for an upcoming survey or implementing processes to maintain compliance, we have the resources you need to succeed.Accreditation guide A nurse uses a stethoscope on a patient in a hospital bed

Your Trusted Partner in Patient Safety

We envision a future where all people always experience the safest, highest quality health care across all settings. Our extensive global reach gives us insights and a unique perspective in the delivery of care throughout the world.How we can help

News and Announcements

Stay up to date with all the latest Joint Commission news, blog posts, webinars, and communications. News & announcements

Dr. Perlin named to Modern Healthcare’s list of 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives for 2024

Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Joint Commission enterprise for being recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives for 2024! The profiles of all the honorees are featured in the June 10, 2024, issue of Modern Healthcare magazine (subscription required).

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Apply now for the 2024 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards

This year, there is no cost to apply for the national, local and individual achievement categories.

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Chicago Medicine Magazine features The Joint Commission’s new Telehealth Accreditation Program.

The article references the current increase in use of telehealth and reminds eligible hospitals, ambulatory and behavioral healthcare organizations of the new Telehealth Accreditation Program’s July 1, 2024 launch date.

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New Rural Health Clinic Accreditation

A Modern Healthcare article (subscription required) announces The Joint Commission’s new Rural Health Clinic Accreditation. The program will help clinics in rural communities improve the safety and quality of primary care and personal health services.

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Teaming Up with the Most Trusted Names in Health Care

Effective and efficient patient safety and care is a priority for everyone that serves in health care. Partnering with key organizations provides synergies to developing the best products and programs across the spectrum of patient health care needs.

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Serving Patients and the Health Care Community

Our mission is to empower health care organizations, public health agencies, and others to improve the quality and safety of patient care. Working together, we can make a difference on your journey to provide consistently excellent care for each and every patient.Patient safety topics Nurses and other clinical health professionals are the front line of defense when it comes to preventing errors and promoting patient safety.For nurses Resources, interactive opportunities, and key updates are available to assist physicians.For physicians Our commitment is to ensure safe, equitable, and highly reliable health care for everyone.For patients

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