The Joint Commission accreditation

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:certification
gptkbp:appliesTo hospitals
healthcare organizations
ambulatory care centers
behavioral health care organizations
nursing homes
gptkbp:awardedBy gptkb:The_Joint_Commission
gptkbp:basedOn compliance with standards
gptkbp:firstIssueDate 1951
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Joint Commission accreditation
gptkbp:purpose ensure patient safety
improve healthcare quality
gptkbp:recognizedBy gptkb:Centers_for_Medicare_&_Medicaid_Services
gptkbp:renewalPeriod every 3 years
gptkbp:requires Medicare reimbursement (in some cases)
gptkbp:surveyProcess document review
staff interviews
on-site evaluation
gptkbp:symbolizes Gold Seal of Approval
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:volunteers true
gptkbp:website https://www.jointcommission.org/
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:National_Integrated_Accreditation_for_Healthcare_Organizations_(NIAHO)
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7