The Joint Commission

ASC Inspections Via Zoom are a Thing

ASC inspections in the Covid age ASC’s  (ambulatory surgery centers)  owners may utilize  Zoom when under inspection by the Joint Commission. As a response to Covid, The Joint Commission has…


Is Surgical Smoke in the Operating Room really a Problem?

Is Surgical Smoke in the Operating Room really a Problem?Decades of evidence point to surgical smoke caused by electrocautery equipment as an increased health risk for healthcare workers in the…


2021 Joint Commission Ambulatory Survey: Tips and Resources

2021 Joint Commission Ambulatory Survey: Tips and ResourcesIf you’re a Joint Commission accredited healthcare facility manager, then be prepared for a visit. The JC ambulatory surveys occur once…