Which Organization Has Linked Quality Indicators and Safety in Health

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which organization has linked quality indicators and safety in health care to hospital payment?

• A) The Joint Commission
• B) National Quality Forum
• C) Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
• D) Institute of Medicine

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