The accreditation award, which accredits organizations in 3-year cycles, recognizes Worcester County Health Department’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards. The standards are developed in consultation with health care experts, providers, measurement experts and patients.
“Organizations that strive foraccreditation… from The Joint Commission are demonstrating the highest commitment to quality and safety to their patients, staff and their community,” says Michael Kulczycki, executive director, Ambulatory Care Accreditation Program, The Joint Commission. “I commend Worcester County Health Department for successfully achieving this pinnacle and for its dedication to continually improving patient care.”
“We are proud to have achieved this national recognition. Our staff worked hard on improving our plans and processes and this is additional recognition that we continue to provide quality care to our community. The staff is to be congratulated for all of their hard work,” says Debbie Goeller, Health Officer, Worcester County Health Department.
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