May 8, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
ACHC, CARF, CIHQ, CMS, COA, DNV, State Regulatory Agencies, TJCBH Organizations, Hospitals, Uncategorized
In the realm of psychiatric hospitals and community behavioral health providers, Electronic Health Records (EHRs) play a pivotal role in delivering quality care while ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. These facilities handle sensitive...
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May 2, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
ACHC, CARF, CIHQ, CMS, COA, DNV, State Regulatory Agencies, TJCBH Organizations, Hospitals
The National Quality Forum (NQF), an affiliate of the Joint Commission, has launched a groundbreaking initiative called “Focus on HARM” to combat the persistently high rates of avoidable medical errors and preventable patient harm in healthcare. Despite...
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Apr 18, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
CARF, Clients, COA, MBC, The Joint Commission, TJCBH Organizations
In the ever-evolving landscape of behavioral health care, there is a growing emphasis on adopting evidence-based practices to improve client outcomes. Implementing Measurement-Based Care (MBC) is one approach that is gaining traction. It involves systematically...
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Apr 18, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
Accreditor, CARF, Clients, COA, Compliance, Safety, The Joint Commission, TJC, workplace ViolenceBH Organizations, Hospitals
Starting July 1, 2024, The Joint Commission (TJC) has updated workplace violence prevention standards for all Joint Commission-accredited Behavioral Health Care and Human Services (BHC & HS) organizations. New and Revised Workplace Violence Standards These...
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Apr 11, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
ACHC, CARF, CIHQ, CMS, CPOE, DNV, Hi-Tech Act, HIPAA, QSO, TJCBH Organizations, Hospitals
In the fast-paced realm of healthcare, effective communication among healthcare team members is essential to quality patient care. The advent of technology, particularly texting, has revolutionized the way healthcare professionals communicate. However, with innovation...
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