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