Summit Pacific Medical Center proudly announces its successful reaccreditation by DNV as a Critical Access Hospital and its certification to ISO 9001, the internationally recognized standard for quality management systems. This achievement reflects the hospital’s steady commitment to delivering superior patient care and exceeding the rigorous standards previously set by DNV accreditation.
While DNV accreditation ensures that hospitals comply with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) standards for healthcare delivery, Summit Pacific Medical Center has gone further by also obtaining ISO 9001 certification. This dual recognition distinguishes the hospital as a leader in both healthcare compliance and operational excellence.
“Our commitment to quality and patient safety aligns well with the DNV program,” says Diana Kolar, Director of Quality, Compliance, and Patient Safety. “Integrating ISO 9001 standards into both our clinical and financial operations mark a significant advancement for us.”
In previous years, Summit Pacific Medical Center earned DNV accreditation based on its adherence to strict healthcare regulations. This year’s reaccreditation signifies not only a continuation but an enhancement of their commitment to quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement.
By integrating ISO 9001 into our framework, Summit Pacific has established a more robust system of internal processes that focuses on long-term quality outcomes, risk management, and patient satisfaction. DNV’s accreditation program, NIAHO® (Integrated Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations), involves annual hospital surveys – instead of every three years – and encourages hospitals to openly share information across departments and discover improvements in clinical workflows and safety protocols.
DNV is a global independent certification, assurance, and risk management provider in over 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise, DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry benchmarks, and drives innovative solutions.
