The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a notice acknowledging the application from The Joint Commission (TJC) for continued approval as a national accrediting body for hospitals involved in Medicare or Medicaid. The Joint Commission's current approval expires on July 15, 2025, and they are seeking renewal to ensure hospitals accredited by them meet or exceed Medicare standards. CMS invites public comments on TJC’s standards and survey processes by March 13, 2025, as part of the decision-making process to grant or deny the continuation of their approval.
Simple Explanation
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) are deciding if The Joint Commission, a group that makes sure hospitals are doing a good job, can keep helping them. CMS wants people to share their thoughts about this decision before they make up their minds.