National Quality Forum (NQF)

We are pleased to share that our new implementation guide, created to standardize the representation and exchange of patient-reported symptoms using FHIR R4 resources, is now available on the HL7 website. Download a copy today 🔗 lnkd.in/gz6KPsbH.

Joint Commission launched its new outcomes‑driven certifications, a next‑generation approach to certification of hospitals and other healthcare organizations based on measurable clinical outcomes, rather than primarily on compliance with processes: jointcommission.org/en-us/kn…

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Sarita A. Mohanty to the NQF Board! Dr. Mohanty offers strong leadership grounded in a commitment to improving care for people with complex healthcare needs. Learn more in our recent announcement ➡️ jointcommission.org/en-us/kn…

📢 Don't miss out: Today is the last day to apply for the 2026 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards! Submit your application now ▶️ lnkd.in/gpKDTHwz

Catch us in the news 📰 From AuntMinnie.com: “The Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum (NQF) have aligned on ‘serious reportable events’ and ‘sentinel events,’ raising awareness of two MRI safety issues.” Read more: lnkd.in/zh1s6

Have you explored our Knowledge Library? Check out reports on priority topics, Key Initiatives, and the quality landscape today 🔗 bit.ly/4m7br6h

⌛Only one week left ⌛ We are accepting individual, national, and local applications for the 2026 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards through March 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT. Start your application today 👉 lnkd.in/gpKDTHwz

Do you plan on applying for the 2026 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards? Don't miss out, the deadline closes March 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM CT! Submit your application today ▶️ lnkd.in/gpKDTHwz

Did you hear? We are now accepting applications for the 2026 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards through March 9, 2026! Start your application today 👉 lnkd.in/gpKDTHwz

⌛ This is the last week to take advantage of CE Credits! All eight Accreditation 360 Webinars are still available for free CE Credit until January 31, 2026. Register to learn more today 🔗 lnkd.in/kixdf

We are pleased to share that @TJCommission and NQF today announced plans to align Joint Commission’s Sentinel Events (SE) List with NQF’s recently updated Serious Reportable Events (SRE) List. Read the full release 👉 qualityforum.org/en-us/news/…

Each year, the prestigious Eisenberg Awards recognize major achievements by individuals and organizations that improved patient safety and healthcare quality! This year, the Eisenberg Awards are open until March 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT. 🔗 Apply now:

Don't miss out! All eight Accreditation 360 webinars are available for CE credit until January 31, 2026. Learn more by registering today 👉 lnkd.in/kixdf

📆 @TJCommission and NQF are seeking public comment on the use and future of Joint Commission’s ORYX® performance measures. Submit your comments before February 15, 2026. Learn more now: lnkd.in/kixdf

Check out this mention of our Advancing Anticoagulation Stewardship Playbook in @HemostasisToday ⤵️ lnkd.in/kixdf #NQFInTheNews | @AnticoagForum

📢 All on demand Accreditation 360 webinars are still available for CE credit! The webinars, designed to help hospitals prepare for the new Accreditation 360 standards, will remain available for FREE CE credit until January 31. Register today 🔗 lnkd.in/kixdf

In response to feedback from healthcare organizations, Joint Commission recently updated the ORYX program, reducing the number of measures and prioritizing measures in key areas. The changes go into effect January 1, 2026. Submit feedback on the updates🔗lnkd.in/kixdf

The application period for the 2026 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards is now open! The application period closes March 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT. There is no cost to apply for the award. Learn more and start your application today 👉 bit.ly/4mjIkfW

#ICYMI, @TJCommission and NQF are seeking comments on how removed measures are used outside of accreditation. Feedback will inform decisions about maintaining the measures for broader uses. Read the updates and share your thoughts by February 15, 2026 ⤵️ bit.ly/4j0ZFKE

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