How to Find an Accredited Hospital

The Joint Commission, which reviews hospitals and healthcare organizations based on quality and safety standards, provides a web site that allows consumers to search for an accredited hospital. The site listings include hospital information, quality and safety scores, services and special quality awards.

Instructions

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  Direct your web browser to The Joint Commission Quality Check web site: http://www.qualitycheck.org/consumer/searchQCR.aspx

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  Search for an accredited hospital using the drop-down menu for "By State" or search by Zip code. Click "Search."

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  Narrow your search by selecting the type of hospital service you would like or the type of hospital you need from the drop-down boxes on the page. Then click "Search." You can also narrow your search through the drop-down menu for type of provider or certification.

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  View detailed contact information, accreditation, special quality awards, hospital quality report and a list of services.