Docs Need Help Measuring 'Diagnostic Excellence' – Comments Open!
Published Date: 3/10/2025
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is asking for your thoughts on how to measure 'diagnostic excellence'—basically, how well doctors figure out what's wrong using health records and data. This helps spot ways to make diagnoses better and safer for everyone. If you want to share your ideas, you have until March 10, 2025, to comment, so don’t miss out!
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