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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedYazdany J, Robbins M, Schmajuk G
Development of the American College of Rheumatology's rheumatoid arthritis electronic clinical quality measures.
The researchers sought to develop and test electronic clinical quality measures for rheumatoid arthritis. Disease activity assessment, functional status assessment, disease-modifying antirheumatic durg use, and tuberculosis screening measures have achieved national endorsement and are recommended for use in federal quality reporting programs.
AHRQ-funded; HS024412.
Citation: Yazdany J, Robbins M, Schmajuk G .
Development of the American College of Rheumatology's rheumatoid arthritis electronic clinical quality measures.
Arthritis Care Res 2016 Nov;68(11):1579-90. doi: 10.1002/acr.22984.
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Keywords: Electronic Health Records (EHRs), Medication, Quality Measures, Arthritis, Outcomes
Suter LG, Barber CE, Herrin J
American College of Rheumatology white paper on performance outcome measures in rheumatology.
The objective of this study was to highlight the opportunities and challenges of developing and implementing performance outcome measures in rheumatology for accountability purposes. The authors' hypothetical outcome measure was a measure of rheumatoid arthritis disease activity intended for evaluating Accountable Care Organization performance. They provided a summary table of key take-home points for clinicians and policymakers. The authors concluded that the most effective and meaningful measures can only be created through the close collaboration of patients, providers, measure developers, and policymakers.
AHRQ-funded; HS024412.
Citation: Suter LG, Barber CE, Herrin J .
American College of Rheumatology white paper on performance outcome measures in rheumatology.
Arthritis Care Res 2016 Oct;68(10):1390-401. doi: 10.1002/acr.22936.
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Keywords: Quality of Care, Quality Measures, Outcomes, Arthritis