What is required for organizations that do NOT provide obstetric services?

Any examples are for illustrative purposes only. The Joint Commission developed PC.06.01.01 (Hemorrhage) and PC.06.03.01 (Severe Hypertension and Preeclampsia) in 2019 and started surveying to the requirements on January 1, 2021. The goal of these 2 new standards is to help organizations plan, prepare, and practice for the 2 most common obstetrical emergencies that lead to the largest number of negative outcomes for mothers. Studies have shown that most cases with harm or death related to hemorrhage or severe hypertension/preeclampsia are preventable and early signs are missed. 

• Standard PC.06.01.01 does not apply.  Rationale:  Most hemorrhages occur immediately after delivery while the patient is in the obstetrical unit.
• Standard PC.06.03.01 applies as it requires the development of role-specific education for postpartum severe hypertension/preeclampsia for emergency department staff.  Rationale: There have been multiple instances of postpartum women seeking care in emergency departments for symptoms of high blood pressure or preeclampsia that have been discharged home who later experience severe harm or even death.