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Protects public health by investigating, identifying, preventing, and controlling diseases. |
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) |
Overseas various institutes and centers. |
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Regulates Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP, HIPAA, CLIA, and other health programs. |
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) |
Conduct inspections to ensure compliance. |
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Regulates legal trade in narcotic and dangerous drugs. |
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) |
Manages National narcotics intelligence and combats illegal drug trafficking. |
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Ensure safety, efficacy, and security of drugs, medical devices, food, and cosmetics. |
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
Reviews and approves drug applications in new therapeutic indications. |
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Accredits Healthcare organizations and enforces quality and safety standards. |
The Joint Commission (TJC) |
Evaluates hospitals, nursing homes, and other Healthcare facilities. |
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Enforces the occupational safety and health act, ensuring worker safety nationwide. |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) |
Sets and enforces safety standards for workplaces. |
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Registers and regulate Pharmacy facilities, Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. |
State Board of Pharmacy (SBOP) |
State agencies responsible for pharmacy regulation. |
