Which statement is true about hospital classification?
1. Hospital accreditation is voluntary.
2. Licensure of hospitals is provided by the Joint Commission.
3. To provide services, a hospital must be accredited, but not necessarily licensed.
4. For a hospital to receive Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, it must be a not-for-profit hospital.
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Explanation: 1. Hospitals are accredited by the Joint Commission, a voluntary accreditation organization, and are used by healthcare organizations.
2. Licensure of hospitals is done by states when the hospital meets certain state standards and requirements.
3. To provide services, a hospital must be licensed, though it does not necessarily have to be accredited.
4. To receive Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, the hospital must be certified to provide this care and must be accredited.
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