The National Health Commission (NHC) has released the “Action Plan for Comprehensive Improvement of Medical Quality (2023-2025)”, outlining a strategic approach to further establish quality and safety awareness within the medical industry. The plan aims to enhance the quality and safety management system and mechanism across the sector and to strengthen the diversified joint governance mechanism of medical quality and safety management through government supervision, institutional autonomy, industry participation, and social supervision over a three-year period for medical institutions at or above the national level.
Key Responsibilities and Measures
According to the document, hospitals and medical institutions are identified as the primary responsible parties, with accountability starting at the individual in charge of each institution. The plan proposes a total of 28 specific measures and 5 special actions, focusing on five core aspects of work. These include the quality and safety management of surgery, the establishment of a “disease chain” diagnosis and treatment model, the quality of medical records, patient safety management, and the construction of a quality control organization system.
Enhancing Medical Quality and Safety
The Action Plan emphasizes the importance of a robust quality control organization system and the need for continuous improvement in patient safety management. It highlights the significance of medical records quality as a critical component of overall healthcare quality. By addressing these areas, the NHC aims to elevate the standard of medical services provided by institutions at or above the national level, ensuring a higher level of care for patients and enhancing public trust in the healthcare system.-Fineline Info & Tech
