The permanent injunction prohibits Biosense Webster from using 'kill switches' and tying clinical support to new device purchases, a practice the court found blocked hospital access to lower-cost reprocessed cardiac catheters.
In its most significant overhaul since 1965, the Joint Commission has eliminated more than 700 requirements in a new model designed to reduce burden, align with how care is delivered today, and drive better patient outcomes.
AAMI staffers scrambled at the last minute to provide enough room for attendees at George Mills' annual address to AAMI conference attendees. On his docket this year: infection prevention, endoscope reprocessing, and, of course, the ins and outs of the alternative equipment maintenance program.
Home healthcare company FirstLight Home Care has named The Joint Commission as its national provider of accreditation and certification services.
Clinical evidence assessments now include data visualization features and equity insights to help healthcare leaders quickly evaluate the safety and effectiveness of treatments.
The Joint Commission has opened applications for the 2025 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards and the 2025 Bernard J. Tyson National Award for Excellence in Pursuit of Healthcare Equity.
Oct 17, 2013 CABMET Fall Meeting University Hospital, Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, 12605 E. 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045