Hospitals are buying fake inspections to prepare for real ones

A government contractor is selling mock inspections to hospitals. These services help hospitals prepare for official reviews by The Joint Commission, which accredits healthcare organizations.

Hospitals face constant pressure to meet accreditation standards to receive federal funding and maintain public trust. Paying for a 'dry run' before the real inspection allows them to identify and fix problems without penalty. This shifts some of the cost of compliance from internal hospital staff to external consultants.