Joint Commission Changes Name, Requests Input on Quality Measures

The Joint Commission is refreshing its brand visual identity (name and logo) in support of its continuing efforts to improve the value of accreditation and its utility as a mechanism for improving the quality and safety of patient care. The name Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations is being shortened to The Joint Commission. The move to a shorter name is intended to both make the name more memorable and reflect current common practice. This outreach is part of our commitment to continuously seek input from accredited organizations and other key stakeholders on ways the Joint Commission can improve the value and relevance of the accreditation and performance improvement services it offers. The Joint Commission released for review a list of DRAFT Goals and Requirements that will be considered for potential inclusion in the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals. The NPSGs, which are updated annually, are designed to require health care organizations to protect patients from the negative impact of specific health care errors. Visit www.jointcommision.org for more details.