Looking for MS.1.20 in The Joint Commission 2009 Manual?

With the new numbering of The Joint Commission standards, the controversial MS.1.20 is now MS.01.01.01.  However, it is still too early to look at the renumbered EPs (elements of performance) in this specific standard because the Task Force on MS.1.20 has not completed it work to clarify the issues which have been a major cause for concern expressed by many MSPs and their facilities. 

On preliminary review of the new 2009 format, it appears that the efforts for improvement have been successful to some extent.  As an example:  MS.1.40, EP 6 now becomes MS.02.01.01 EP 8.  This change actually establishes a more logical flow when describing the Medical Executive Committee. 

It will be well worth the time to carefully review the Cross Walk of 2008 to 2009 standards.  We have been assured by TJC that there are no changes in the standards nor EPs; rather the new format is merely renumbering and a more logical flow. 

Carole La Pine, MSA, CPMSM, CPCS