Medical Record Requirements For The Joint Commission

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Joint Commission standards help you develop strategies to address the most complex issues and identify key vulnerabilities in the patient care experience. The standards review various aspects of your care delivery process, ensuring a comprehensive review of the …

Records and Documentation - Retention - Joint …

https://www.jointcommission.org/standards/standard-faqs/hospital-and-hospital-clinics/leadership-ld/000001197/

Retention of medical records is generally determined by state and/or federal law. Organizations should work with their legal and risk management leadership to …

Medical Record - Security - The Joint Commission

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The Joint Commission standards require organizations to comply with applicable law and regulation to ensure the privacy and integrity of protected …

Medical Record - Authentication Time Frame - Joint …

https://www.jointcommission.org/standards/standard-faqs/home-care/record-of-care-treatment-and-services-rc/000001691/

The Joint Commission standards do not specify the time frame for authentication of documentation. The organization is free to determine the time frame for …