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The topics below are available on NQMC to help you use the Web site effectively. Visit the FAQ page for additional assistance.
Measure Summary
Each measure summary provides a printable view via the Print link and several download types:
- PDF (download the free Adobe Reader )
- Word (compatible with Word 1997 and higher)
- HTML
- XML
Each measure summary contains three tabs designed for ease of navigation.
Jump To
This tab includes links that provide easy access to sections within the summary.
Measure Classification
This tab includes:
- Developer
- Primary Measure Domain
- Target Population Age
- Unified Medical Language System (UMLS) Concepts (what's this?)
- eMeasure Source
Related Content
This tab includes:
- Information regarding the measure hierarchy (what's this?)
- The ability to view other measure summaries on NQMC by that developer(s)
- External link to the original measure documentation (when available)
Compare Measures
To select measures to compare:
- Browse or search the site, select the checkboxes next to any measure title(s), and click "Compare Measures." You will be directed to the Compare Measures page.
- On the Compare Measures page, select two or more measures you wish to compare, and click the "Compare" button.
For optimal readability, we recommend comparing no more than three measures at once.
HHS Measure Inventory
HHS Measure Inventory is a separate repository of measures currently being used by the divisions in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for quality measurement, improvement, and reporting. Visit the HHS Measure Inventory.
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