ATI Fundamentals Questions with correct answers

Examples of Regulatory Agencies Correct answers - -US Department of Health and Human Services -US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) -State and local public health agencies -State licensing boards -The Joint Commission (TJC) -Professional Standards Review Organizations (PSROs) -Utilization review committees What is the purpose of state licensing boards? Correct answers - To ensure that health care providers and agencies comply with state regulations What is the purpose of The Joint Commission? Correct answers - to set quality standards for accreditation of health care facilities What is the purpose of utilization review committees? Correct answers - to monitor for appropriate diagnosis and treatment of hospitalized clients Medicare Correct answers - 65+ years old and those with permanent disabilities Medicaid Correct answers - clients with low incomes federally funded individual states determine eligibility requirements