Describe the difference between licensure and ...

[naturalchemist]

Describe the difference between licensure and accreditation.

Question 2

Involuntary commitment is a legal process by which individuals who are deemed to be a danger to themselves or to others may be admitted to a facility even though they refuse or cannot consent to the treatment.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

[aburgess]

Answer to Question 1

Licensure is a governmental process that requires that a facility meet certain regulations set by the state in order to provide care. Many government and private payers require licensure as a condition of enrollment in their program. Health care organizations also choose to pursue accreditation, which is a voluntary process in which facilities agree to follow a set of standards and receive recognition for having met those standards.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE

[naturalchemist]

TYSM

[Jossy]

Excellent