Benefits of JCAHO Accreditation

The Joint Commission is an agency that provides accreditation and certification to various types of healthcare organizations. Achieving this requires compliance with the hundreds of Joint Commission standards and requirements.

Main benefit

• Joint Commission accreditation shows patients and visitors that your organization puts patient safety and quality health care first. Patients will feel more at ease and will be able to recuperate faster.

Increased business

• Patients are more likely to choose an accredited hospital, because Joint Commission' Gold Seal of Approval means higher quality health care and emphasis on safety.

Liability insurance

• Liability insurance carriers are more likely to offer reduce rates to accredited organizations, due to their commitment to quality and safety.

Insurance reimbursements

• It is quickly becoming a necessity for health care organizations to obtain Joint Commission accreditation in order to receive the highest reimbursement rates from insurance carriers.

Staff retention

• Accredited organizations must comply with Joint Commission requirements for human resources and staffing issues. Due to this focus on specific guidelines, staff retention is higher and accredited organizations are able to fill vacant positions more quickly.

Regulatory agencies

• Joint Commission accreditation can serve as a stepping stone for other state regulatory agencies, reducing the need for additional on-site surveys by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.