With apologies to any JCAHO consultants on the thread, i think you are anything but cynical. this is a huge industry in search of a mission, IMO. I am waiting to see the results of a randomized study on the efficacy of JCAHO evaluations on improving the quality of peoples health. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pat" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2003 9:49 AM Subject: Re: HIPAA
> On Tue, 4 Mar 2003, david derauf wrote: > > > Say it isnt so.... > Based on my observation of JCAHO preperation & visits. JACHO > certification is big business. And since HIPAA is a government regular > expect to see it in JACHO requirements if it's not already there. > > >JCAHO: So you want your 3 year certification? > > >HC Exec: Um, Yes > > >JCAHO: Well we have some fine consultants to help you get ready for our > vist. & By the By our vist will be expensive also. > > >HC Exec: Um Ok > > Pat & his cynacism >
