Joint Commission announces collaboration with AAOS

Editor's Note

The Joint Commission on September 26 announced a collaboration with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) that will incorporate AAOS’ clinical expertise into development of  standards and performance measurement requirements for the Joint Commission's Total Hip and Knee Replacement (THKR) Certification.

The Joint Commission and AAOS will jointly oversee scientific issues, performance measurement, quality improvement activities, education, data sharing, and research related to THKR Certification.

This includes implementation of a new THKR certification requirement for hospitals and ASCs to participate in a national registry, effective January 1, 2019.