Since 1. 1. 2004 both hospitals and private practices in Germany are required by law to implement a quality management (QM) system within their organization. Different QM systems with a number of advantages and disadvantages are available. It has been well-documented that implementing QM im-proves the quality of both processes and results, thus improving patient care. At present certification of the organization is not yet part of the official requirements, but seems a likely step.
PsoriSol-Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Hersbruck. amon@psorisol.de
J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2005 Jun 1;3(6):473-6.
AbstractSince 1. 1. 2004 both hospitals and private practices in Germany are required by law to implement a quality management (QM) system within their organization. Different QM systems with a number of advantages and disadvantages are available. It has been well-documented that implementing QM im-proves the quality of both processes and results, thus improving patient care. At present certification of the organization is not yet part of the official requirements, but seems a likely step.