Article 58a KVG The external assessment pursuant to Art. 58a of the Health Insurance Act (KVG) provides transparency regarding the implementation of quality requirements and supports hospitals and clinics in continuing their quality improvement efforts in a traceable manner.

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Incentive

The quality agreement pursuant to Art. 58a of the Health Insurance Act (KVG) specifies the nationwide guidelines for quality development in hospitals and clinics. The hospitals and clinics involved must provide a clear account of how they implement the requirements and undergo an external evaluation by a recognized auditing body.

Outcome

The external assessment by SQS provides an independent outside perspective on the implementation of the quality agreement. It evaluates whether the required foundations, quality concepts, and quality improvement measures are systematically embedded and effectively implemented. In this way, it supports transparent and continuous quality development in hospitals and clinics.

Target groups

Hospitals and clinics in Switzerland that are subject to the requirements of the quality agreement pursuant to Art. 58a of the Health Insurance Act (KVG).

Validity

The conduct of the audit, the audit cycle, and the selection of organisations to be audited are based on the applicable provisions of the contracting parties and the terms of the quality agreement. In addition, a voluntary third-party assessment is also possible.

Recognition

SQS is a certification body accredited by the Swiss Accreditation Service with proven experience in the healthcare sector. It meets the requirements for certification bodies conducting third-party assessments pursuant to Art. 58a of the Health Insurance Act (KVG).