Accreditation Modules According to Hospital Types: A Scoping Review

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Quality Improvement
• Hospital Administration

Background:

• Hospital accreditation faces challenges with uniform standards for diverse hospital types.
• There is a need for specific accreditation modules tailored to hospital size and activity type.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify distinct accreditation modules for small hospitals and special hospitals.
• To inform the development of appropriate accreditation standards for varied healthcare facilities.

Main Methods:

• A scoping review was conducted from March to May 2023.
• The Arsky and O'Malley six-step protocol and PRISMA guidelines were utilized.
• Framework analysis was employed for data synthesis.

Main Results:

• 14 articles were reviewed, with 64% from peer-reviewed journals and 36% from national accreditation standards.
• Key modules for small hospitals include Management Responsibilities, Patient Care, Medication Management, Patient Safety, Infection Control, Quality Improvement, Patient Rights, Blood Products, and Consumer Partnerships.
• Key modules for special hospitals encompass Governing Body, Clinical Management, Health Prevention, Care and Treatment, Diagnostic Services, Patient Rights, and Quality Improvement.

Conclusions:

• Tailored accreditation modules for small and special hospitals can enhance healthcare quality and safety.
• Implementing specific standards can lead to improved patient services and satisfaction.