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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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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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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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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In an ongoing effort to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety in healthcare facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid programs, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed significant changes to enhance its oversight of...
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