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How is a performance/quality improvement activity defined?
A performance/quality improvement activity is structured as a three-stage process by which a physician or group of physicians learn about specific performance measures, assess their practice using the selected performance… More
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Do I have to measure performance change for every learner to achieve the expectations of the Improves Performance Criterion?
No. Providers can meet the Critical Elements and Standard for the Improves Performance Criterion without measuring performance change in every learner.
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What constitutes performance change in the Improves Performance Criterion? Is there a minimum level of performance change that must be demonstrated?
In the Improves Performance Criterion, change in performance refers to measured changes in a learner’s or learners' behavior (e.g., higher patient communication ratings, fewer coding errors, greater participation in team meetings, more appropriate prescribing, etc.). Providers can set their own… More
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Can I use simulation to measure performance change in the Improves Performance Criterion?
Yes, provided that the simulation includes assessment of the learner’s or learners’ actions, behaviors, and skills.
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Can learners' self-reported performance be an acceptable measure of performance change for the Improves Performance Criterion?
Yes. Providers can measure changes in the performance of individuals or groups of learners based on self-reports of changes in practice.
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Are measures of team performance acceptable for the Improves Performance Criterion?
Yes. Providers can demonstrate that CME activities improve the performance of individuals or groups of learners—including teams—to meet the expectations of the Improves Performance Criterion.