The Joint Commission
Full Name: | The Joint Commission |
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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. |
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