The state of continuous survey readiness: is your facility ready for callers?

Hosp Peer Rev. 2000 Dec;25(12):157-61.

Abstract

Continuous survey readiness isn't just the latest trendy term in accreditation circles--it's become an imperative. Gearing up at the last minute for a survey by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations was never a very good idea, but with imminent changes coming in the survey process, it's more important than ever for your facility to be in a state of constant compliance with its standards. Here are some tips and techniques to make sure your facility is ready.

MeSH terms

  • Accreditation / methods*
  • Data Collection
  • Hospital Administration / standards*
  • Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations*
  • Planning Techniques
  • United States