The Joint Commission

About The Joint Commission

The Joint Commission is a healthcare accreditation organization that surveys and evaluates health care organizations throughout the United States for compliance with established standards and care delivery systems. The organization conducts comprehensive assessments of hospitals and health care facilities, working with organizational leadership to identify compliance gaps and opportunities for improvement. Through its accreditation process and field representatives, The Joint Commission helps health care organizations enhance the quality and safety of patient care by evaluating their operations against rigorous standards.