Governing Board and Contract Management: CMS, TJC and DNV Requirements-Governing Board and Contracts Presentation

Governing Board and Contracts Presentation

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The document discusses the importance of governing board oversight and management of contracts in healthcare facilities to comply with regulations and ensure quality patient care. It features guidelines, standards, and examples related to contracts, telemedicine services, and critical access hospitals (CAHs). The responsibilities of the governing body, including monitoring contracted services, evaluating agreements, and ensuring compliance with CoPs, are highlighted.<br /><br />Key points covered include ensuring that contracted services meet safety and quality standards, having written agreements for telemedicine services, maintaining a list of contracted services, and monitoring performance expectations. Guidelines stress the need for clear contract terms, insurance provisions, and termination clauses to safeguard the hospital's interests.<br /><br />The document also provides a comprehensive contract checklist for review, covering key areas such as amendments, cancellation terms, insurance coverage, limits of liability, certifications, and miscellaneous provisions like HIPAA compliance and ownership tracking.<br /><br />A case study is presented illustrating issues that may arise with contracted healthcare providers, such as incomplete peer reviews, staffing concerns, and gaps in employee background checks. The case study prompts reflection on the importance of overseeing contracted services, ensuring thorough vetting of staff, and addressing care incidents promptly.<br /><br />In summary, the document serves as a guide for healthcare organizations to effectively manage, monitor, and evaluate their contracted services to maintain high standards of care, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.

Keywords

governing board oversight

management of contracts

healthcare facilities

regulations compliance

quality patient care

telemedicine services

critical access hospitals

contracted services monitoring

compliance with CoPs

contract checklist review