Monticello-Big Lake Hospital earned the Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. In May 2006, the hospital was surveyed by Joint Commission representatives and earned accreditation by showing ongoing compliance with Joint Commission standards.

 

Formed in 1951, the Joint Commission is dedicated to improving the quality of the nation’s health care through voluntary accreditation of health care organizations. Joint Commission’s accreditation standards exceed federal and state requirements and are intended to continuously improve the safety and quality of care provided to the public through the provision of health care accreditation and services that support performance improvement in health care organizations.

 

Accreditation by the Joint Commission is one way that Monticello-Big Lake Community Hospital District strives for excellence. We are continually committed to providing patient-centered care that improves the health and well-being of our community.