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Questions: 1. Since JCAHO accreditation is voluntary, why do many hospitals pursue it?.2. What advantages / disadvantages might there be for hospitals that choose not to pursue JCAHO accreditation?. Answer: 1. JCAHO accreditation Every hospital must achieve this certification to obtain Medicaid and any government payments as it would be difficult to serve without getting government aid. These certifications help in quick sanction of insurances. Advantages- A hospital receiving this accreditation is indicative of a quality organization and holding high standards. This certification informs that the pharmacy, nursing services, nurses and the laboratory work are competent and reflects their proficiency in tasks and honesty of organization. JCAHO approved hospitals strive hard to maintain first rate working conditions and have the best staff. Disadvantages- Hospitals who do not continue such work are bound to lose accreditation or when it is found to hold dangerous equipment that is a threat to the public health. It ultimately decreases the confidence of the clients (Jost, 1982). 2. A survey was conducted by the author on (St. Anthony Medical center, 1201 South MaIndiana Street Crown PoIndianat, Indiana 46307-8483) and upon interrogating the supervisor, administrators, doctors of the hospital the following information was given- They were always inspection ready, maintained loyalty; equipment was safe and monitored on regular basis They maintained a patient-centered approach and never compromised with quality They recruited highly qualified healthcare professional from different parts of world It failed to achieve the approval twice, but it was successful the third time as it maintained strict compliance with rules. Initially, there was free trial version They organized low cost educational seminars for the public and fundraising drives It got plus points for every measure on quality report ("Franciscan St. Anthony Health in Crown Point, IN | US News Best Hospitals", 2016) References Franciscan St. Anthony Health in Crown Point, IN | US News Best Hospitals. (2016). Health.usnews.com. Retrieved 22 May 2016, from https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/in/franciscan-st-anthony-health-6420225 Jost, T. S. (1982). Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals: Private Regulation of Health Care and the Public Interest, The.BCL Rev.,24, 835.