Hospitals are inspected to determine regulations are being met. Inspections can be based on complaints received by BHS. Once an inspection has taken place, a hospital may be sited for deficiencies if the hospital is found to be out of compliance with state and/or federal regulations.
Some hospitals may choose to be inspected by The Joint Commission (TJC), DNV GL-Health Care (DNV), Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ), or the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP) to ensure they meet the standards set forth by the accrediting agency. If a hospital meets these standards, it becomes accredited, however, accreditation is not a guarantee of compliance. Visit any of the accrediting organization’s websites and find out the accreditation status of the hospitals that chose to be inspected by one of the above organizations. Accreditation does not relieve the hospitals of CMS oversight.
Hospital Compare , a federal web site of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is also a good tool for comparing Medicare-certified hospitals on a variety of patient satisfaction and quality indicators.
- Review Previous Inspection Statement of Deficiencies: (click the link titled "Full Text Statements of Deficiencies Hospital Surveys" to download)
- Hospital Licensure Renewal Application
- Hospital Directory
Applications and Forms
Find essential Applications & Forms for Missouri hospitals to maintain compliance with state licensing and operational standards. Providers can access critical documents such as the Hospital Licensure Renewal Application, Bed Count Sheets, and registration for Infectious Waste Generators. It also includes a Complaint Form for reporting concerns, though users are encouraged to address issues with the hospital administration first. Completed forms can be submitted directly to the Bureau of Hospital Standards via email or traditional mail. These resources are designed to help facilities navigate regulatory requirements while ensuring the safety and quality of care for all patients.
- Complaint Form (All complaints should be addressed with the hospital first)
Provider Information
- Hospital Licensure Renewal Application
- Offsite Provider Based
- Bed Count Sheet
- Infectious Waste Generator Registration Application
- Compassionate Care Visitation Guidance
Provider Information forms can be emailed to hospitallicensure@health.mo.gov or returned via regular mail to:
Hospital Standards
PO Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570
Find links to the Laws & Regulations that govern hospital operations and licensing within Missouri ensuring providers understand the legal framework for facility standards. Additionally, users can review specific State Regulations for hospitals and link to federal oversight resources from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.