Joint CommissionThe Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies nearly 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States.
American Health Quality Association"The American Health Quality Association (AHQA) is an educational, not-for-profit national membership association dedicated to promoting and facilitating fundamental change that improves the quality of health care in America. AHQA represents Quality Improvement Organizations (QIOs) and other professionals working to improve health care quality and patient safety."
National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ)The major organization concerned with patient safety, quality and regulations of care delivery, performance improvement, health data analytics and much more.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration"Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance."
Affordable Care Act (ACA):
For Individuals & FamiliesUse this Healthcare.gov site to find out if you qualify for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act marketplace plans.
For Small BusinessesUse this Healthcare.gov site to see if you can obtain insurance for your employees.