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Final five: ASCs told to target patient safety
Hospitals & Health Networks
|February 12, 2008
Summary
The National Quality Forum endorsed five quality measures for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) to improve outpatient safety. These measures will be required by CMS for ASCs starting in 2009.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety in Ambulatory Surgery
Background:
- Outpatient safety is a critical area for healthcare quality.
- Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) perform a significant volume of procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the endorsement of new quality measures for ASCs.
- To highlight the impact of these measures on outpatient safety initiatives.
Main Methods:
- The National Quality Forum (NQF) reviewed and endorsed quality measures.
- Focus on measures relevant to the ambulatory surgery setting.
Main Results:
- Five specific quality measures for ASCs received NQF endorsement.
- These measures aim to enhance the safety and quality of care provided in outpatient settings.
Conclusions:
- The endorsement represents a significant advancement in outpatient safety efforts.
- Implementation by CMS is expected to drive widespread adoption and improvement in ASC quality starting in 2009.
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