Making quality measurement work

Area of Science:

• Health Services Research
• Healthcare Quality Improvement

Background:

• Minnesota has a strong tradition of healthcare excellence.
• Collaboration between medical groups and health plans is key to maintaining high standards.

Purpose of the Study:

• To improve the quality of care information available to Minnesota medical practices.
• To support ongoing healthcare excellence in Minnesota through enhanced data.

Main Methods:

• A collaborative approach involving Minnesota's medical groups and health plans.
• Implementation of the Minnesota Community Measurement Project.

Main Results:

• Medical practices in Minnesota will receive improved quality-of-care data.
• Enhanced information will facilitate better healthcare decision-making.

Conclusions:

• The Minnesota Community Measurement Project enhances quality-of-care information for medical practices.
• Collaboration is vital for advancing healthcare quality in Minnesota.