The Scope
JAWDA Data Certification (JDC) verifies the quality, accuracy, completeness, and reliability of clinical and healthcare data submitted by healthcare providers within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The certification evaluates the validity of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) quality data and clinical coded data to support regulatory monitoring, reimbursement, research, statistical analysis, and healthcare quality improvement initiatives.
The certification aims to strengthen healthcare data governance, improve coding quality standards, enhance transparency among healthcare stakeholders, and support the delivery of high-quality healthcare services in line with the objectives of the Department of Health (DoH) Abu Dhabi.
The Standard
JAWDA Data Certification is conducted in accordance with the requirements and quality framework established by the Department of Health (DoH) – Abu Dhabi under the JAWDA Programme.
Quality and accuracy of healthcare data
Clinical coding quality and compliance
Validity of KPI quality indicator submissions
Clinical data collection, management, and reporting practices
Data governance and quality assurance processes
Compliance with DoH reporting and quality requirements
Who Should Apply
JAWDA Data Certification is intended for healthcare providers operating within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi that are required to submit healthcare quality and clinical data to the Department of Health.
Hospitals
Medical centres
Specialty clinics
Day surgery centres
Healthcare networks and groups
Rehabilitation facilities
Long-term care facilities
Other licensed healthcare providers subject to DoH quality reporting requirements
This certification is ideal for healthcare organisations seeking to enhance data quality, strengthen clinical coding practices, improve regulatory compliance, support accurate reimbursement processes, and demonstrate commitment to healthcare quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement.