Sep 17, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
ACHC, CARF, CIHQ, CMS, DNV, Social Current (COA), State Regulatory Agencies, Suicide, TJC, YouthBH Organizations, Hospitals
Youth suicide is a heartbreaking reality that communities around the world grapple with. However, there is hope. By employing creative and compassionate strategies for reducing youth suicide, we can create environments that foster resilience, support mental health,...
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Sep 12, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
ACHC, CARF, CIHQ, CMS, competence, DNV, EHR, ethics, legal, policies and procedures, Psychiatric Advanced Directives, Social Current (COA), State Regulatory Agencies, TJCBH Organizations, Hospitals
Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs) have emerged as essential tools in mental health care. They empower individuals with mental health conditions to maintain autonomy and ensure their treatment preferences are respected during crises. As these directives gain...
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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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