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An Evidence-Based National Quality Measurement and Reporting System

Medical CarePublished 1 January 2003
Elizabeth A. McGlynn
Citations43
SJR quartileQ1
SJR score1.57
SNIP1.38

TL;DR

How evidence serves as a foundation for a national quality measurement and reporting system (NQMRS) and to consider the different types of evidence that will be used are described and the role of the NQM RS in adding to the evidence base is explored.

Abstract

An evidence-based NQMRS will require substantial leadership from government and private entities. The gains from a greater focus on evidence are expected to be found in accelerating QI. Reliance on evidence-based approaches should not be used to stifle innovation.

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