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Full Name:

The Joint Commission

Acronym / Abbreviation:

JC

Purpose / Type:

Accreditation

Description:

Independent non for profit organization that evaluates the quality and safety of care for more than 16,000 health care organizations. Evaluates the organization's performance in areas that affect care. On-site visits are done at least once every three years. Sets the standards by which health care quality is measured.

Website:

http://www.jcaho.org/