Documentation

Quality Assurance (QA)

Structured process for reviewing healthcare services and documentation to ensure they meet.

Definition

Quality Assurance (QA) is a structured process for reviewing healthcare services and documentation to ensure they meet established standards.

Why it matters

QA helps identify errors, improve workflows, and maintain consistent quality of care.

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