NAMSS letter supports work of MS.1.20 task force
The National Association Medical Staff Services issued a letter on August 7 declaring its support for the working draft standard MS.01.01.01 (under The Joint Commission’s previous numbering system it was known as standard MS.1.20). Other healthcare associations signed the letter. They included:
• American College of Physicians
• American Medical Association
• American College of Surgeons
• Federation of American Hospitals
• American Dental Association
• American Hospital Association
Originally, standard MS.1.20 drew fire from critics because it would complicate the workings of the bylaws, which is a complex document in hospitals and not easily changed. In late 2007, The Joint Commission established a task force to reevaluate the standard. The task force will next meet with The Joint Commission by October 15, 2009. The task force last met with the accrediting body at its August 1-2 meeting.
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Jean M. Kerns | Aug 14, 2009 | Reply
Where can I get a draft copy of JC MS l.20 standand
Emily Berry | Aug 21, 2009 | Reply
Hi Jean, The working draft copy of MS.01.01.01 was posted on the Med Law Blog. http://www.medlawblog.com/uploads/file/Working%20Draft%20of%20MS_01_01_01%20(formerly%20MS_1_20).pdf
Keep in mind it’s just a draft, and medical staffs should follow the MS.01.01.01 in the 2009 CAHM.