
How to Get Credentialed with Insurance Companies Mental Health
Business, Compliance, Joint CommissionWritten by the Circa Behavioral Healthcare Solutions Editorial Team • Last updated: October 2025
Learning how to get credentialed with insurance companies for mental health services is one of the most important steps for any private practice…

Behavioral Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Requirements & Accreditation
Business, Compliance, Joint CommissionAs any business owner knows, an unexpected emergency can arise at any time. When it involves a healthcare organization, having adequate Behavioral Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Requirements & Accreditation practices in place is imperative.…

Releases Workplace Violence Update July 2024
Joint CommissionThe Joint Commission has issued new workplace violence prevention requirements that go into affect on July 1, 2024. The Joint Commission joins several federal agencies in monitoring the risks associated with workplace violence and updates safety…

The Joint Commission Health Care Equity Standard: Practical Guide for Behavioral Health
Joint CommissionWritten by the Circa Behavioral Editorial Team • Reviewed by Compliance & Accreditation (DHCS/TJC Focus) • Last updated: September 2025
This article is for general information. For legal or clinical decisions, consult your attorney and…

Every January and July, Joint Commission Submits Changes
Compliance, Joint Commission, NewsImportant of Compliance Monitoring
As compliance officers, one of our roles is to ensure organizations are always up to date on regulations and rules that ensure continuous compliance. In my work on compliance teams, I have often found that…

Heat Wave Guidance from The Joint Commission (TJC)
Joint Commission, NewsPreparing for Extreme Temperatures
Have you seen this recent heat wave guidance from TJC? Helpful reminders to make sure HEAT or other weather issues are included on your HVA, in emergency plans in case of a power outage, and update supply…

