Joint Commission Accreditation Standards
Starting in December 2009, the Joint Commission began publishing a standards manual specifically for urgent care. Order the 2010 Standards for Urgent Care here.
How else can I get the Standards?
All centers who apply for accreditation receive the most current printed standards manual, as well as access to a searchable "e-dition" of the standards.
We also recommend the Joint Commission's "Accreditation Process Guide for Ambulatory Care". This is a well-organized "compliance workbook" for centers not yet applying (cost $119) - but is not as urgent care specific as the standards book..
Does UCAOA have ongoing input on the Standards?
YES. UCAOA appoints two individuals to serve on the Joint Commission's Professional and Technical Advisory Committee (PTAC) for Ambulatory Care. The 2010-2011 PTAC representatives are Cindi Lang (DocNow Urgent Care) and Jennifer Stephenson (PrimaCare).
