ORBIT MEDICAL RECIEVES PRELIMINARY JCAHO ACCREDIDATION

Released on = July 27, 2006, 9:22 am

Press Release Author = Orbit Medical

Industry = Healthcare

Press Release Summary = Orbit Medical a leading provider in electric wheelchairs,
sleep therapy products, and homefill oxygen equipment has just received its
preliminary certification from JCAHO or The Joint Commission on Accreditation of
Healthcare Organizations.

Press Release Body = Salt Lake City/Utah July 27, 2006

Orbit Medical a leading provider in electric wheelchairs, sleep therapy products,
and homefill oxygen equipment has just received its preliminary certification from
JCAHO or The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Founded
in 1951, JCAHO has developed a reputation for improving the safety and quality of
care provided to the public in the United States. The Joint Commission evaluates and
accredits nearly 15,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States.
As an independent, not-for-profit organization, the Joint Commission is the nation's
leader in setting standards in health care today.

By receiving an accreditation from JCAHO not only will Orbit Medical receive
benefits but the public will as well. The public benefits by knowing that the Orbit
Medical has met all of JCAHO's high standards for quality and safety, and that it
strives for continuous improvement in its performance. Receiving Joint Commission
accreditation and certification will also strengthen the confidence of Orbit
Medical's community, providing Orbit Medical with a competitive advantage in the
health care industry.

Joint Commission standards set forth performance expectations for activities that
affect the safety and quality of patient care-that is, areas in which good
performance is likely to lead to good outcomes for patients. Standards generally
focus on whether the organization is doing the right things and whether it is doing
them well. Orbit Medical is very proud of its JCAHO Certification because it has a
mission to provide the best customer service in the industry. Orbit Medical
recognizes that its customers have a choice when it comes to choosing a medical
provider to purchase an electric wheelchair, homefill oxygen, and sleep therapy
products from. Orbit Medical appreciates the opportunity that it has to serve its
customers, and strives to provide peace of mind to its customers when they choose
Orbit Medical when buying an electric wheelchair for their selves or a loved one.
Orbit Medical will continue to provide top of the line products in electric
wheelchairs, homefill oxygen systems, and sleep therapy products.

Under JCAHO regulations an organization is required to continuously remain in
compliance with all of its standards. At the end of the accreditation cycle (three
years) or certification cycle (two years), the organization must reapply and undergo
another full survey. The Joint Commission's has an on-site survey process that will
focuses on the care provided by Orbit Medical and involves a complete evaluation of
Orbit Medical's staff. The evaluation will focus on Orbit Medical's ability to
continuously improve its provided services, customer service, and internal systems
that directly impact the quality and safety of patient care. Orbit Medical will
remain dedicated to maintaining its JCAHO certification by improving its provided
services, customer service, and internal systems that will directly impact its
customers.

If you are interested in learning more about Orbit Medical or want to get more
information about an electric wheelchair, homefill oxygen system, or sleep therapy
equipment please contact one of our customer service agents at 1-800-403-9610 or
email us at www.orbitmedical.com and we would be happy to help you with any services
you need.


Web Site = http://www.orbitmedical.com

Contact Details = 716 East 4500 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Lennie Torres
Office: (801) 713-4154
Fax: (866) 713-5454
Email: ltorres@orbitmedical.com

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