What Is Evidence-based Medicine

Evidence-based Medicine vs Evidence-based Practice Evidence-based medicine (EBM) uses the most current and best evidence to administer care. Healthcare professionals, however, tend to use the term evidence-based practice because multiple disciplines are involved in healthcare delivery. It seems more appropriate to use this term in lieu of EBM from a quality perspective as well. Clinicians…

HEDIS, Measurements, & Home Health

NCQA and Accreditation Standards The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) was formed in 1979 at the request of the federal Office for Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs). The NCQA is an independent and not-for-profit organization deriving its revenue primarily from fees for accreditation services. The NCQA is the nation’s largest accreditor of Managed Care Organizations…