The Joint Commission accredits 3300+ behavioral health care organizations providing a wide range of programs and services across the mental health, addiction treatment and child welfare/human services field. An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission accredits and certifies more than 20,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards. The Joint Commission has been active in behavioral health care accreditation since 1969 when it began accrediting organizations providing services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In 1972, The Joint Commission began evaluating and accrediting organizations providing mental health and chemical dependency services. Accreditation is available for a wide range of behavioral health care services and programs. Benefits of Accreditation
Joint Commission behavioral health accreditation provides a management framework to help manage risk and enhance the quality and safety of care, treatment and services. Recognized by more than 189 state authorities, accreditation can be a useful tool to demonstrate compliance with state regulations or licensure requirements. Joint Commission accreditation is also a condition of reimbursement for certain insurers and payers. The process provides a customized, intensive review, and enhances staff recruitment and development. For more information, visit www.jointcommission.org/BHC
