Metrics of Quality Care in Veterans: Correlation Between Primary‐Care Performance Measures and Inappropriate Myocardial Perfusion Imaging

ConclusionsInappropriate MPI is not associated with performance on metrics of quality care. If an association exists, it may be between inappropriate MPI and overly aggressive care. Most clinicians document a plan of care to address failure of quality metrics, suggesting awareness of the problem.

Source: Clinical Cardiology - April 13, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: David E. Winchester, Andrew Kitchen, John C. Brandt, Raman S. Dusaj, Salim S. Virani, Steven M. Bradley, Leslee J. Shaw, Rebecca J. Beyth Tags: Quality and Outcomes Source Type: research