Sealant to Prophy Procedure Ratio (Indice)
Characteristics
COMPREHENSIVE
Component
Prevention and wellness focused
Measure Concept
Sealants for children
Descriptions
Indicator of whether sealants are being considered within treatment plans
Numerator: Total number of CDT-2 code 01351 performed during reporting year
Denominator: Total number of CDT-2 codes 01120, 01201, 01203 and 01330
Measure or Standard
Measure
Populations
Not specified or not applicable
Data Source
Administrative enrollment and claims data
Measure Identification
DQA Starter Set Measures Environmental Scan (2012); DQA Practice Based Measures Environmental Scan (2015); NQF Environmental Scan (2012)
Developer/Steward
Sacramento County GMC Dental Program
Stage of Development/Use
NQF Scan (2012): measure from 1980s. Unsure if still utilized.