Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)
JCAHO is a former name and legacy acronym for the organization now known as Joint Commission. The name Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations was adopted in 1987, and “JCAHO” still appears in older policies, records, and industry conversation.
Definition
JCAHO is a former name and legacy acronym for the organization now known as Joint Commission. The name Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations was adopted in 1987, and “JCAHO” still appears in older policies, records, and industry conversation.
Why it matters
Recognizing the legacy acronym helps teams interpret older documents without mistaking JCAHO for a separate accreditor; current materials should use the organization's current name.
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