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Prepare for the Updated Electronic Application

Accreditation Monthly

November 9, 2010

The Joint Commission announced in its November Perspectives that an updated electronic application, or E-app, will be implemented by the end of 2010. Along with improved functionality such as print capability, there will be additional fields for you to complete before the end of March 2011. Take action prior to December 6 when the E-app will be locked down to verify the accuracy of your organization's information. Consider:

  • Reviewing your organization's current information. Better yet, print a copy now to have on hand for comparison purposes post upgrade. Review any changes in what is seen for accuracy. Evaluate whether any noted discrepancies make sense for your organization, such as changes due to the addition of new services.
  • Submitting any changes now. The Joint Commission's plan is for all submitted information currently in the system to be transferred over into the upgraded version. If you are working on updating your services or organizational information but haven't yet submitted them to The Joint Commission, do so before December 6 or the information will be lost and will need to be re-entered at a later date.

As of December 6, the application will be temporarily unavailable. (Note: If you have updates due in November, December, or January, The Joint Commission has stated that there will be a grace period for you until February.) Remember that your information in the E-app drives your survey fee, length, and complement, meaning the number and types of surveyors sent to your organization. By keeping a watchful eye on the integrity of the information on file at The Joint Commission, you won't have any surprises when it comes survey time.

Laure Dudley, RN, MS, CSHA
Consultant

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