East Brunswick, NJ, 1/31/24 – Sevaro Health has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.
The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
Sevaro Health underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review on 11/20/2023. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with Ambulatory Health Care standards spanning several areas including emergency management, environment of care, credentialing/privileging, leadership, and rights and responsibilities of the individual.
The Joint Commission’s standards are developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. They are informed by scientific literature and expert consensus to help health care organizations measure, assess and improve performance. The surveyors also conducted onsite observations and interviews.
“As a healthcare accreditor, The Joint Commission works with healthcare organizations across care settings to inspire safer and higher quality of care that is more equitable and compassionate,” says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, The Joint Commission. “Through collaborating on innovative solutions and evidence-based resources and tools, The Joint Commission helps drive improvement while maintaining accountability through our leading survey methods and standards. We commend Sevaro Health for its commitment to advance safety, quality, equity and compassion for all patients.”
“As a vascular neurologist and the CEO of Sevaro Health, I am immensely proud of our team’s hard work in achieving Joint Commission certification.” says Raj Narula, MD, FOunder and CEO of Sevaro. “This milestone is not just a testament to our commitment to excellence in healthcare, but also a promise to our patients that they are receiving the highest quality of neurological care.”
“In the ever-evolving landscape of telemedicine, we continue to push boundaries and innovate, ensuring that access to top-tier neurological care is a reality for communities across the country.” Said Dr. Ruchir Shah, Director of Clinical Service Lines & Quality.
“As the Senior Vice President of Clinical Quality at Sevaro Health, overseeing our journey to Joint Commission certification has been both a challenging and incredibly rewarding experience. Our preparation was meticulous and comprehensive, involving every level of our clinical team. We focused on enhancing our telemedicine protocols, ensuring robust patient safety measures, and continuously improving our care delivery systems. This certification stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to clinical excellence and to setting new standards in telehealth. It’s a proud moment for all of us who are dedicated to providing top-quality care to our patients every day.” Said Rebecca Toney
For more information, please visit The Joint Commission website.
Sevaro is revolutionizing neurology through intelligent technology and AI-powered innovation. Creator of Synapse AI—the first physician-built platform that combines smart triage, real-time analytics, and seamless documentation—Sevaro empowers hospitals to future-proof their neurology programs with a scalable hybrid care model.
By integrating virtual neurology with in-house teams on a single workflow, Sevaro eliminates inefficiencies, reduces burnout, and accelerates life-saving care. With a mission rooted in SEVA, or selfless service, Sevaro is not just improving stroke and neuro care—it’s reimagining how it’s delivered.
