MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Joint Commission News Releases' source. Sat, 08 Jan 2011 10:24:44 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4152510&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_9_10.htm Media Contact:                                                 Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View the multi-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 9, 2010) The Joint Commission and Joint Commission Resources will bring together top exp... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4152510 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 12:00:00 +0100 4152510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4126422&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_3_10.htm   (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 3, 2010) People with diabetes need to take extra precautions if they find themselves at the hospital, according to The Joint Commission’s Speak Up™ educational campaign. The campaign is supported by the American Association of Diabetes Educators, American Diabet... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4126422 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:00:00 +0100 4126422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3988916&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_092210.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View the multi-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 22, 2010) Accredited hospitals in the United States are providing higher-quality, evidence-based care for heart attack, pneumonia,... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3988916 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3988916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4046283&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09_07_10.htm Modified October 8, 2010  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 7, 2010) The Joint Commission is developing standards to expand the process of accrediting ambulatory health care organizations to those who are also interested in electing the Primary Care Home option. A Primary Care Home is a model of ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4046283 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:00:00 +0100 4046283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3939096&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09_07_10.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 7, 2010) Beginning in July 2011, The Joint Commission will expand the process of accrediting ambulatory health care organizations to those who are also interested in electing the Primary Care Home option. A Primary Care Home is a model of care whereby services are... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3939096 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3939096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3925298&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09_02_10.htm Media Contact:    Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View the multi-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 2, 2010) Today, The Joint Commission announced that Alex Vandiver, MBB, has been appointed director of Business Excellence for The J... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3925298 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3925298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3817951&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_04_10.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View the multi-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 4, 2010)  A free monograph released today by The Joint Commission, entitled “Advancing Effective Communication, Cultural Competence, a... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3817951 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3817951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3795992&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_speakup_falls.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View the multi-media release. (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 28, 2010) Each year, millions of people—from elderly nursing home residents to hospitalized children to women who have just given birth—are ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3795992 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3795992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3626740&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_06_03_10.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View muti-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 3, 2010) A new Joint Commission Sentinel Event Alert warns that health care facilities today are being confronted with steadily increasing ra... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3626740 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3626740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3495075&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_22_10.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View muti-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 22, 2010) Health care leaders today struggle to improve quality, reduce errors and increase patient safety and satisfaction while containing... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3495075 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3495075 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3468874&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_14_10.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 14, 2010) The Joint Commission is recognizing nurses with a number of activities leading up to National Nurses Week, May 6-12. Activities include a podcast on The ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3468874 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3468874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3460842&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_12_10.htm Media contacts:   Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniThe Joint Commission 630-792-5914Tyler NeeseACMA501-907-2262Michael LetsonTucson Medical Center520-324-5073 View multi-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 12... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3460842 Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3460842 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3416916&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_29_10.htm (Oak Brook, Ill.—March 29, 2010) Health care leaders pursuing excellence can hear strategies, ideas and best practices to help their health care organizations achieve and sustain measurable improvements in quality, safety and performance at the Joint Commission Accreditation Summit, scheduled April ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3416916 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3416916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3404995&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_25_10.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 25, 2010) In an effort to help health care organizations implement or enhance tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination programs for patients and he... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3404995 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3404995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3391486&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_032210.htm Media Contact:    Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630-792-5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 22, 2010) The Chronic Kidney Disease Clinic at University of California San Diego Medical Center is the first organization in the country to be certified under The Joint Co... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3391486 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3391486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3379939&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_031810.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth Eaken ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 18, 2010) The Joint Commission today announced the approval of revisions to Medical Staff Standard MS.01.01.01, formerly known as MS.1.20, that is designed to contri... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3379939 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3379939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3375370&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_031710.htm Media Contact:    Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630-792-5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 17, 2010) The Joint Commission today announced the appointment of John C. Mache as chief information officer for the enterprise, which includes The Joint Commission, Joint ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3375370 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3375370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3371264&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_16_10.htm The book, released today, was developed through a collaboration of The Joint Commission and Joint Commission Resources (JCR), The Joint Commission’s not-for-profit affiliate and official publisher, along with RealAge and its chief pediatric officer, Dr. Jennifer Trachtenberg.  The book was published... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3371264 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3371264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3336352&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_05_10.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org View multi-media release. (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 5, 2010) The Joint Commission is marking National Patient Safety Awareness Week from March 7-13 by helping patients and their families become better ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3336352 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3336352 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3263752&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_02_11_10.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Manager630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (Oak Brook, Ill.—February 11, 2010) When disaster hits, will all the plans that health care organizations have in place really work?  The fact is, health care organizations can never be too prepared for ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3263752 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3263752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3213563&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_012710.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 27, 2010) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has named The Joint Commission a designated accreditor of advanced d... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3213563 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3213563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3209482&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_01_26_10.htm High blood pressure, diabetes, obesity put women at risk Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org View multi-media release (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 26, 2010) Pre-existing medical conditions such as high blood pressure are putting women a... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3209482 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3209482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3173027&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_01_14_10.htm Hospitals providing evidence-based treatment at higher rates Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 14, 2010) Accredited hospitals in America have steadily improved the quality of patient care over a seven-year... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3173027 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3173027 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3072529&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_12_09_09.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org View multi-media news release:  Includes video clips, photographs and podcast (OAKBROOK TERRACE , Ill. – December 9, 2009) A visit to the doctor is a time to talk and learn, and patients play a critical ro... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3072529 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3072529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3049474&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_12_2_09.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – December 2, 2009) Former General Electric executive Charles R. Buck, Jr., Sc.D., has been appointed as a Public Member to The Joint Commission Board of Commissioners and long term ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3049474 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3049474 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3040555&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_30_09.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 30, 2009) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved the continuation of deeming authority for The Joint Commiss... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3040555 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3040555 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3013557&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_112009.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 20, 2009) Beginning next year, Joint Commission accredited hospitals will be able to report on a set of perinatal care core measures to meet Joint Commission accreditation... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3013557 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3013557 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2982307&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_11_09.htm Contact: Joint Commission Media Relations: (630) 792-5175HHS Public Affairs: (202) 690-6343          Amid growing concerns about racial, ethnic and language disparities in health care, The Joint Commission and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights have rele... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982307 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2982307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2974623&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_09_09.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 9, 2009) The Joint Commission today announced the appointment of Jennifer F. Rhamy, M.B.A., M.A., MT (ASCP), SBB, HP as executive director of the Laboratory Accreditation Progra... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2974623 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2974623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2839759&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_9_29_09.htm Advocate Christ Medical Center Earns Distinction Media Contact:   Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 29, 2009) Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, Illinois is the first organization in the country to be certified un... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2839759 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2839759 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2813129&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_9_21_09.htm Media Contacts:   Ken Powers       The Joint Commission630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Stacy FiedlerNational Quality Forum202-783-1300sfiedler@qualityforum.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 21, 2009) The National Quality Forum (NQF) and The Joint Commission today announced the 2009... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2813129 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2813129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2779643&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fcth_nr_9_10_09.htm View multi-media news release:  Includes video clips, photographs and podcast (WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 10, 2009) Teaming up with top hospitals and health systems across the country to use new methods to find the causes of and put a stop to dangerous and potentially deadly breakdowns in patient... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2779643 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2779643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2738754&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_8_27_09.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 27, 2009) A new Joint Commission Sentinel Event Alert issued today urges health care leaders to step up efforts to prevent errors by taking the zero-defect approach used in other high-risk industries such as aviation and nuclear energy. The Joint Commission is advoca... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2738754 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2738754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717266&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_20_09.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 20, 2009) A new study from The Joint Commission projects that a majority of U.S. hospitals will have a smoke-free campus by the end of 2009. The study, “The Adoption of Smoke-Free... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717266 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2717266 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2713635&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_081909.htm Media Contact:   Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 19, 2009) Health care executives Nancy Howell Agee and R. Timothy Rice have been appointed to The Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners by the American Hospital Associatio... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2713635 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2713635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2672480&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_080509.htm Read Complete Press Kit Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 5, 2009) Medical errors are a serious problem, and the consequences of these mistakes can be especially devastating for children. A 2008 study by the... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2672480 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2672480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2581678&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_070809.htm Media Contact:     FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEKen PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 8, 2009) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has again granted The Joint Commission deeming author... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2581678 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2581678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485626&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_062409.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630-792-5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 24, 2009) Seasonal influenza in health care workers is a personal health threat, but also poses a significant risk to the patients in their care.  In an effort to help ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485626 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2485626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2390663&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_050409.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – May 4, 2009) The Joint Commission today announced the appointment of Margherita C. Labson, R.N., as executive director of the Home Care Accreditation Program.  A certified Green ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2390663 Mon, 04 May 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2390663 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349948&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_4_20_09.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 20, 2009) The Joint Commission and the American Case Management Association (ACMA) today announced that Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) in Charlotte, North Carolina, is the winner of the 2009 Franklin Award of Distinction. CMC is distinctive in their investment in sta... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349948 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2349948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331153&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_4_14_09.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 14, 2009) Preventing infections is critical to patient safety. Effective hand hygiene practices have long been recognized as the most important way to reduce the transmission of potentially deadly germs in health care settings. To help health care organizations target... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331153 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2331153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331154&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_4_7_09.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 9, 2009) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has renewed The Joint Commission’s deeming authority for hospice organizations for the maximum six-year term allowed.   The six-year designation means that hospice o... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331154 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2331154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303133&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_032309.htm                   The Joint Commission and American Heart Association Announce NewJoint Commission Advanced Certification in Heart Failure Get With The Guidelines-Heart Failure Recognition Required Media Contacts:    Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations SpecialistThe Joint Commission630.792... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303133 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2303133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2286067&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_032309.htm                   The Joint Commission and American Heart Association Announce NewJoint Commission Certification to Encourage Exemplary Care in Heart Failure Get With The Guidelines-Heart Failure Recognition Required Media Contacts:    Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations SpecialistThe Joint... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2286067 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2286067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2239301&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_030609.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 8, 2009) The Joint Commission is marking National Patient Safety Awareness Week from March 8-14 by helping patients and their families become more involved and informed in th... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2239301 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2239301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2177227&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_2_10_09.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations ManagerThe Joint Commission   630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Stacy FiedlerNational Quality Forum 202-783-1300sfiedler@qualityforum.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. and WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 10, 2009) The Joint Commission and the National Qua... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2177227 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2177227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2120639&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_1_20_09.htm Media Contact:  Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 20, 2009) People seeking information about how patients perceive the care they received at a particular hospital can now find this information on The Joint Commission’s Qualit... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2120639 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2120639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2080667&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_1_5_09.htm Media Contact:  Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 5, 2009) The Joint Commission today announced the appointment of Mark G. Pelletier, R.N., M.S., as the executive director for Hospital Programs and Accreditation and Certifica... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2080667 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2080667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2032631&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_121208.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – December 12, 2008) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has again granted The Joint Commission deeming authority for am... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2032631 Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +0100 2032631 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2025988&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_12_11_08.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  See Complete Press Kit (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – December 11, 2008) Technology is often touted as the “cure” for health care, but a new Joint Commission Sentinel Event Alert issued today warns that impleme... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2025988 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:01:28 +0100 2025988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1984419&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_24_08.htm Where a patient receives care makes a difference Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org   (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 24, 2008) In some very critical areas, Joint Commission-accredited hospitals in America have steadily improved the quali... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1984419 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1984419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1984418&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_24_08a.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org   (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 24, 2008)  Five prominent health care leaders—David L. Bronson, M.D., F.A.C.P., Benjamin Chu, M.D., M.P.H., M.A.C.P., T. Anthony Denton, J.D., M.H.A., Mary Anne McCaffree... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1984418 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1984418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1974422&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_20_08.htm Joint Commission white paper proposes principles, actions to guide future hospital development Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  See Complete Press Kit (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 20, 2008) A report released today from The Joint Co... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1974422 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1974422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1954872&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_codman_awards.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 12, 2008) The Joint Commission today named the 2008 recipients of the 12th Annual Ernest Amory Codman Award to recognize excellence in the use of outcomes measurement to achieve... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1954872 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1954872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1951195&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_10.htm Media Contact:    Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630-792-5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (Oak Brook, Ill.—November 10, 2008) The Joint Commission and Joint Commission Resources (JCR) announce that the Fifth Annual Conference on Behavioral Health Care will be held December 9-10, 2008, at th... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1951195 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1951195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1938130&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11508.htm Media Contact:    Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 5, 2008) In an effort to help improve the rate of health care worker influenza immunization, The Joint Commission will produce a new monograph that includes examples of suc... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1938130 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1938130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1933568&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_04_08.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 4, 2008) Beginning January 1, 2009, under new Joint Commission policy, laboratory accreditation decisions will no longer immediately impact hospital accreditation decisions. Th... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933568 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1933568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1920669&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_statement_10_29_08.htm The Joint Commission applauds the October 24 memorandum from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that clarifies the use of standing orders in hospitals.  This clarification was sought by The Joint Commission and brings CMS’ interpretation of standing orders into alignment with The Joi... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1920669 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1920669 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1828851&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09_25_08.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 25, 2008) The National Quality Forum (NQF) and The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 recipients of the annual John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards.... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1828851 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1828851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1824168&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09_24_08.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org See Complete Press Kit (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 24, 2008) A number of recent high profile errors related to commonly used blood thinners highlight a safety issue that too frequently results in h... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1824168 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1824168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1797464&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_pain_management.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 16, 2008) Pain is just a part of life, right? Maybe not. Pain is actually one the main reasons that Americans seek medical treatment, and untreated pain can have serious ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1797464 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1797464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1733221&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_25_08.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 25, 2008) A new grant from The Commonwealth Fund will be used by The Joint Commission to revise and develop accreditation standards for culturally competent patient-centered... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1733221 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1733221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1605423&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_07_10_08.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 10, 2008) The Joint Commission and the Urgent Care Association of America (UCAOA) have partnered to provide quality oversight for urgent care clinics, which provide walk-in treatment for many injuries, illnesses and conditions ranging from minor sore throats to head in... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1605423 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1605423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1595751&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_07_09_08.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 9, 2008) Health care is a high-stakes, pressure-packed environment that can test the limits of civility in the workplace. A new alert issued today by The Joint Commission warn... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1595751 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:01:25 +0100 1595751 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1559926&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_sii_obs.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 1, 2008) The Joint Commission’s revised office-based surgery standards, rationales and elements of performance for 2009 are now available online. The standards will take effect Jan... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1559926 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1559926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1559925&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_sii_hap.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 1, 2008) The Joint Commission’s revised hospital and critical access hospital standards, rationales and elements of performance for 2009 are now available online. The standards will... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1559925 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1559925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1559924&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_sii_ome.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 1, 2008) The Joint Commission’s revised home care standards, rationales and elements of performance for 2009 are now available online. The standards will take effect January 1... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1559924 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1559924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1559923&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_sii_ahc.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 1, 2008) The Joint Commission’s revised ambulatory care standards, rationales and elements of performance for 2009 are now available online. The standards will take effect Jan... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1559923 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1559923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1559922&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_sii_gen.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 1, 2008) The Joint Commission’s revised standards, rationales and elements of performance for 2009 are now available online. The standards will take effect January 1, 2009 and... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1559922 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1559922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525224&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09npsg_ltc.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for accredited long term care organizations. The National Patient Saf... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525224 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525223&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09npsg_lab.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for accredited laboratories. The National Patient Safety Goals promot... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525223 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525222&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09npsg_hap.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for accredited hospitals and critical access hospitals. The National ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525222 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525221&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09npsg_ome.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for accredited home care organizations. The National Patient Safety G... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525221 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525220&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_npsg_dsc.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for its certified disease-specific care programs. The National Patien... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525220 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525219&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_09_npsgs_bhc.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for accredited behavioral health care organizations. The National Pati... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525219 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525218&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_npsg_amb_obs.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 17, 2008) The Joint Commission today announced the 2009 National Patient Safety Goals and related requirements for accredited ambulatory care facilities and offices in which surger... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525218 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525218 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1525217&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_npgs_gen.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Editor’s note: Click here for the specific National Patient Safety Goals for each of The Joint Commission’s accreditation and certification programs: Ambulatory Care and Office-Based Surgery, Behavioral Health C... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1525217 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1525217 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1521788&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_06_16_08.htm Chosen as the result of an extensive national search, Dr. Blouin will take responsibility of The Joint Commission’s accreditation and certification programs for more than 15,000 health care organizations. This includes all activities related to surveys and the accreditation/certification award proce... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1521788 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1521788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1507269&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fst_06_10_08.htm June 10, 2008Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. On June 6, 2008, Senator Max Baucus (D-MT), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance announced legislation that includes a provision to change the nature of The Joint Commission’s hospital deeming authority and its relationship with the Centers for Medicare a... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1507269 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1507269 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1502354&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_06_09_08.htm Media Contact:    Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 9, 2008)  Effective with October 1, 2008 discharges, accredited hospitals that provide acute inpatient psychiatric services will be able to use The Joint Commission’s Hospital-... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1502354 Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1502354 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1491562&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_06_03_08.htm Media Contact:Ken Powers Media Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 3, 2008)  The Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners approved the continued engagement of the Implementation Task Force on the revision of medical staff standard MS.1.20. The B... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1491562 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1491562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1445574&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_051608.htm Easy Breathing Clinic Earns Distinction Media Contact:    Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630-792-5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – May 16, 2008) Easy Breathing Clinic LLC in Augusta, Maine, is the first organization in the country to be certified under The Joint Commissi... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1445574 Fri, 16 May 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1445574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1442389&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_05_14_08.htm Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Grant Funds Project to Analyze Consumers’ Health Care Decision Making Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – May 14, 2008) Although many Americans are increasingly taking an active ro... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1442389 Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1442389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1413139&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_05_01_08.htm Joint Commission’s Quality Check® Now Features Disease-Specific Care, Health Care Staffing Services Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – May 1, 2008) Patients looking for information about where to go for their healt... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1413139 Thu, 01 May 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1413139 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1406537&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_29_08.htm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 29, 2008) The Joint Commission and the American Case Management Association (ACMA) today named the Care Management Department of Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the winner of the 2008 Franklin Award of Distinction. Spectrum Health was ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1406537 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1406537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386545&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_21_08.htm Joint Commission Report Provides Tool to Assess and Overcome Language, Cultural Barriers Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org See complete press kit  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 21, 2008) As the face of America continues to change, a res... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386545 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 07:33:58 +0100 1386545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1376459&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_16_08.htm Deemed Status Option Renewed for Six Years Media Contact:    Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 16, 2008) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has again granted The Joint Co... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1376459 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1376459 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1373113&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_15_08.htm Media Contact:    Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org New executive vice president brings Six Sigma training to new role (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 15, 2008)  Anne Marie Benedicto today begins her new role as chief of staff and executive vice president of ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1373113 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1373113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1364630&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_11_08.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org See complete press kit  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 11, 2008) Medications specifically made for adults and administered to children in health care facilities are putting young patients at greater risk for dr... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1364630 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:26:24 +0100 1364630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1351411&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_04_04_08.htm Joint Commission Campaign Urges Patients to Take an Active Role in Their Health Care Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 4, 2008) Understanding the often complex medical information your doctor or other caregivers g... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1351411 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1351411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1293915&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_11_08.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 10, 2008) The Joint Commission has released for comment proposed standards for a new Health Care Services Certification program. The standards will be part of a new Health Care Ser... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1293915 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1293915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1293914&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_11_08_2.htm Service-specific standards to be part of standards for Health Care Services Certification Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 11, 2008) The Joint Commission has released for comment proposed standards for Palliativ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1293914 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1293914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1283274&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_03_06_08.htm Expert Roundtable Calls for Action to Improve Quality, Accountability Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 6, 2008) Health care organizations, practitioners, purchasers, oversight bodies and the public all rely on pe... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1283274 Thu, 06 Mar 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1283274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1234414&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_02_15_08.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – February 15, 2008) The Joint Commission today issued a Sentinel Event Alert that urges hospitals and ambulatory care centers to pay special attention to preventing accidents and injuries that can occur during MRI scans. More than 10 million MRI scans are performed each yea... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1234414 Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1234414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1231699&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_02_14_08.htm Media Contacts: Ken PowersMedia Relations ManagerThe Joint Commission                         630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Alicia AebersoldVice President, CommunicationsNational Quality Forum 202.783.2772aaebersold@qualityforum.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. and WASHINGTON, D.C. – Februa... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1231699 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1231699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1155574&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11608_OBS_accred_ny.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 16, 2008) A new patient safety law taking effect January 14, 2008, will require New York State physician practices that perform office-based surgical procedures to achieve a... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1155574 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1155574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1128407&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_1_3_08.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – January 3, 2008)  The Joint Commission today announced the establishment of a special fact-finding task force that will examine implementation issues related to revised hospital medical... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1128407 Thu, 03 Jan 2008 12:00:00 +0100 1128407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1072098&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_120507.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – December 5, 2007) The American health care system has long been known for its treatment innovations, but efficiency and cost effectiveness have remained challenges. Each additional step ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1072098 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1072098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1032455&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_111607.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 16, 2007) Home Care executive Kristy Wright, R.N., F.A.A.N, has been appointed to a special seat on the Board of Commissioners of The Joint Commission as a representative o... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1032455 Fri, 16 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1032455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1029812&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_111507.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 15, 2007) The Joint Commission Board of Commissioners today announced the addition of an initial set of seven hospital outpatient measures to its current complement of core meas... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1029812 Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1029812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1020994&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_ar_07.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org See complete press kit. (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 12, 2007) American hospitals are making measurable strides in the quality of care provided for patients with heart attacks, heart failure, pneumonia and... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1020994 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1020994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012171&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Wennberg.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Deborah G. KimbellCommunications AdvisorThe Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice603.653.0877Deborah.G.Kimbell@dartmouth.edu (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 6, 2007) The Joint Comm... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012171 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012170&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Saint%2BJoseph.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Jeff Murphy Director, Marketing/Public RelationsSaint Joseph HealthCare859.313.2017jmurphy@sjhlex.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 6, 2007) The Joint Commission today named Saint Joseph HealthCare, Le... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012170 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012169&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Seton%2BFamily.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Matilda SanchezCommunications SpecialistSeton Family of Hospitals512.324.3073mtsanchez@seton.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 7, 2007) The Joint Commission today named the Seton Family of Hospitals,... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012169 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012168&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Sea%2BView.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org James T. RobertsPublic Affairs DirectorSea View Hospital Rehabilitation Center and Home718.317.3213James.Roberts@seaviewsi.nychhc.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 7, 2007) The Joint Commission today ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012168 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012167&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Christiana%2BCare.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Spiros G. MantzavinosMedia Relations ManagerChristiana Care Health System302.327.3344SMantzavinos@Christianacare.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 6, 2007) The Joint Commission today named Christiana ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012167 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012166&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Broward%2BGeneral.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Mark SchumacherExecutive Director of Foundation, Broward HealthDirector of Marketing, Chris Evert Children’s Hospital954.712.6342mschumacher@browardhealth.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 7, 2007) Th... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012166 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012166 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012165&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_ATS%2BHopkins%2BBayview.htm Media Contacts:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org Meghan RossbachPublic Affairs SpecialistJohns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center410.550.0128mrossba1@jhmi.edu (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 7, 2007) The Joint Commission today named Addiction Treatment Se... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012165 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1012165 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1009107&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_Codman%2B2007%2Ball%2Brecipients.htm Media Contact:    Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 6, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced this year’s organization and individual recipients of the 11th Annual Ernest Amory Codman Award to recognize excellence in the ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1009107 Tue, 06 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 1009107 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=998260&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_11_1_07.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager, The Joint Commission630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE and OAK BROOK, Ill., USA – November 1, 2007) In a unique display of international patient safety collaboration, the top health leaders from Canada, Germany, the Netherlands... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=998260 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 12:00:00 +0100 998260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=988192&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_102907.htm Media Contact:                                                           Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org  (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – October 29, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced that its Division of Quality Research and Measurement will study how ra... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=988192 Mon, 29 Oct 2007 12:00:00 +0100 988192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=964118&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_101907.htm Media Contact:                                                          Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – October 19, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced expanded pilot testing of its WikiHealthCare™ application to include a co... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=964118 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 12:00:00 +0100 964118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=964117&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_101907_copd.htm Media Contact:Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – October 19, 2007) The Joint Commission officially announced its new Disease-Specific Care Program for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management. The Joint Commission is ac... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=964117 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 12:00:00 +0100 964117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=927523&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_100407.htm Media Contact: Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – October 4, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced it has received federal funding for a study of the potential risks and weaknesses of inaccurate or incomplete pre-operative nursing... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=927523 Thu, 04 Oct 2007 12:00:00 +0100 927523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=924915&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_100307.htm Media Contact:     Ken PowersMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175kpowers@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – October 3, 2007) Patients looking for information about where to go for their health care needs can now find an even more complete listing of health care organizations on The Joint ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=924915 Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:00:00 +0100 924915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=881943&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_07eisenberg_award.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 18, 2007) The National Quality Forum (NQF) and The Joint Commission today announced the 2007 recipients of the annual John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=881943 Tue, 18 Sep 2007 12:00:00 +0100 881943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=847028&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_090607.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 6, 2007) Front-line providers, health care administrators, researchers and other health care professionals across the globe will be able to collaborate with each other t... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=847028 Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:00:00 +0100 847028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=843194&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_090507.htm Media Contact:     Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org   (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 5, 2007) Physicians and medical staff members who have concerns about the safety and quality of care at their hospital may report those concerns with the underst... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=843194 Wed, 05 Sep 2007 12:00:00 +0100 843194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=840227&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_vad_090407.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – September 4, 2007) The Joint Commission today officially implemented its certification program for hospitals that perform ventricular assist device (VAD) surgery as destination th... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=840227 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 12:00:00 +0100 840227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=801082&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_081507.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 15, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced that it has been awarded a contract by the World Health Organization (WHO) to oversee global field testing of the long-planned International Classification for Patient Safety (ICPS).  The project has been sponsored by th... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=801082 Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:00:00 +0100 801082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=775192&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_080207.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 2, 2007) The Joint Commission announces the appointment of Debra Zak, Ph.D., R.N., as executive director of the Home Care Accreditation Program, and the promotion of Robert... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=775192 Thu, 02 Aug 2007 12:00:00 +0100 775192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=773030&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_chassin_080107.htm Media Contact:Cathy Barry-IpemaChief Communications Officer630.792.5630cipema@jointcommission.org See complete press kit (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 1, 2007)  The Board of Commissioners of The Joint Commission today announced the appointment of Mark R. Chassin, M.D., M.P.P., M.P.H., to lead T... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=773030 Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:00:00 +0100 773030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=767002&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_073007.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 30, 2007) Health care organizations across the country are faced with the challenge of staying competitive while continuously improving all aspects of their organizations. Me... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=767002 Mon, 30 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0100 767002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=709940&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsg_ltc.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 2, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals and related Requirements that will apply specifically to accredited long term care orga... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=709940 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0100 709940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=709939&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsgs_ome.htm Media Contact: Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 2, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals and related Requirements that will apply specifically to accredited home care organiza... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=709939 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0100 709939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=709938&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsgs_dsc.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 2, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals and related Requirements that will apply specifically to its certified disease-specific... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=709938 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0100 709938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=709937&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsgs_bhc.htm Media Contact: Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 2, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals and related Requirements that will apply specifically to accredited behavioral health ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=709937 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0100 709937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=709936&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsg_omb_obs.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – July 2, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals and related Requirements that will apply specifically to accredited ambulatory care fac... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=709936 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0100 709936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=694981&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsg_hap_cah.htm Media Contact: Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 25, 2007) The Joint Commission today announced the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals and related Requirements that will apply specifically to accredited hospitals and cri... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=694981 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 12:00:00 +0100 694981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=694980&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_08_npsgs.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org Editor’s note: Go to www.jointcommission.org/npsg/ for the specific National Patient Safety Goals for each of The Joint Commission’s accreditation and certification programs: Ambulatory Care and Office... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=694980 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 12:00:00 +0100 694980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=671286&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_061307.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 13, 2007) Joint Commission accreditation is a key predictor in the implementation of systems that promote patient safety by hospitals, according to a new study published in... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=671286 Wed, 13 Jun 2007 12:00:00 +0100 671286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=671288&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_061107.htm (Oak Brook, Illinois, USA – June 11, 2007) Health care and patient advocates from North and South America are gathering outside Chicago today for an intensive three-day workshop focused on efforts to improve patient safety in mother and child health care. Part of the World Health Organization (WHO... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=671288 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 12:00:00 +0100 671288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=671287&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_061107b.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 11, 2007) The Joint Commission announces the appointment of Amy Panagopoulos, R.N., as director, Division of Standards and Survey Methods. In this position, Panagopoulos’ r... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=671287 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 12:00:00 +0100 671287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=671289&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_060807.htm Media Contact: Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – June 8, 2007) The Joint Commission has launched a national campaign to help Americans understand their rights when receiving medical care.  “Know Your Rights” is part of The Jo... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=671289 Fri, 08 Jun 2007 12:00:00 +0100 671289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=643995&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_aorn.htm Contact: Carina Stanton, AORN 303-755-6304 ext. 269E-mail: cstanton@aorn.org Denver—Wrong-site surgery and other preventable mistakes still occur too frequently in U.S. operating rooms. That’s why the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and The Joint Commission are partnering with AORN on its annual... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=643995 Tue, 22 May 2007 12:00:00 +0100 643995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=609378&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_051607.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAK BROOK, Ill. – May 16, 2007)  Effectively responding to growing public demands for reducing infections, especially those acquired in health care settings, will be the focus of the August 20-21 annual... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=609378 Wed, 16 May 2007 00:00:00 +0100 609378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=609379&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_050807.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – May 8, 2007) The Joint Commission will begin a first-of-its kind study of smoke-free hospital campuses in June 2007.  The project, which will seek input from nearly all of Ameri... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=609379 Tue, 08 May 2007 12:00:00 +0100 609379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=567351&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_042307.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 23, 2007) The Joint Commission and the American Case Management Association (ACMA) today named Morton Plant Mease Health Care in Clearwater, Florida, the winner of the 2007 Franklin Award of Distinction. “Morton Plant Mease is being recognized for showcasing a commit... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=567351 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 12:00:00 +0100 567351 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527600&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_040507.htm Media Contact:Elizabeth ZhaniMedia Relations Specialist630.792.5914ezhani@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 5, 2007) The Joint Commission announces the appointment of Dale S. Johnson as executive director for the Long Term Care Accreditation Program. In this position, Johnson is... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527600 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:00:00 +0100 527600 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=522416&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_040307.htm Media Contact: Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 3, 2007) New York Commissioner of Mental Health Michael F. Hogan, Ph.D., has been appointed as the non-voting behavioral health care field representative to the Board of ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=522416 Tue, 03 Apr 2007 12:00:00 +0100 522416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=509319&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fjc_report_032907.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 29, 2007) A new Joint Commission report recommends targeted strategies to address language and cultural issues that increasingly pose challenges to hospitals seeking to de... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=509319 Thu, 29 Mar 2007 12:00:00 +0100 509319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=485070&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fjc_annual_report_031907.htm View complete press kit (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – March 20, 2007) Hospitals across the United States have significantly improved the quality of care provided for patients suffering from heart attacks, heart failure, or pneumonia over the past four years, according to a new report from The Joint Com... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=485070 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 12:00:00 +0100 485070 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=440341&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_022607.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – February 26, 2007) The Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today granted The Joint Commission continued deeming authority und... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=440341 Mon, 26 Feb 2007 12:00:00 +0100 440341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=428001&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_02_20_07.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – February 20, 2007) The Joint Commission will begin a comprehensive test of nursing-focused performance measures to determine whether they can be used nationally to identify oppo... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=428001 Tue, 20 Feb 2007 12:00:00 +0100 428001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=419776&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_021607.htm (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – February 16, 2007) The Joint Commission is seeking comprehensive, innovative and cost effective hand hygiene measurement methods that address adherence to hand hygiene guidelines to share with health care organizations throughout the world, as part of its Consensus Measurem... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=419776 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 12:00:00 +0100 419776 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=411992&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fjc_eisenberg_021207.htm Media Contacts:Charlene D. Hill, ABCThe Joint CommissionMedia Relations Manager   630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org Jerry MullinsNational Quality Forum 202 974-8305 jmullins@webermerritt.com (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. and WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 9, 2007) The Joint Commission and the National ... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=411992 Mon, 12 Feb 2007 12:00:00 +0100 411992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=403716&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fhl_020607.htm View Complete Press Kit Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – February 7, 2007) Far too often, ordinary citizens are placed at risk for unsafe care because important health care information is communicated using me... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=403716 Wed, 07 Feb 2007 12:00:00 +0100 403716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=383469&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_01_26_07.htm Media Contact:Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE and OAK BROOK, Ill. – January 26, 2007) Wired hospitals, green thinking and robotics—these are just a few of the innovations thrusting health care leaders into the future. Adjusting the... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=383469 Fri, 26 Jan 2007 12:00:00 +0100 383469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=361013&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fgao_1_07.htm The Joint Commission is pleased that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, “Hospital Accreditation: Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations’ Relationship with its Affiliate,” affirms the effectiveness of the extensive steps that both The Joint Commission and its af... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=361013 Tue, 16 Jan 2007 12:00:00 +0100 361013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=331019&cid=s_33470_4_f&fid=33470&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jointcommission.org%2FNewsRoom%2FNewsReleases%2Fnr_122006.htm Media contact:      Charlene D. Hill, ABCMedia Relations Manager630.792.5175E-mail: chill@jointcommission.org (OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – December 21, 2006) At its final 2006 meeting, the Board of Commissioners of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations appointed health care... (Source: Joint Commission News Releases) Joint Commission News Releases news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=331019 Thu, 21 Dec 2006 12:00:00 +0100 331019