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Annual Fluoride Varnish Applications

Characteristics
COMPREHENSIVE
Component
Prevention and wellness focused
Measure Concept
Topical fluoride
Descriptions
Percent of patients receiving at least two annual fluoride varnish applications Numerator: Number of pediatric patients receiving at least two annual fluoride varnish applications Denominator: Number of pediatric patients receiving oral health services
Measure or Standard
Measure
Populations
Children
Level of Measure
Data Source
Measure Identification
NQF Environmental Scan (2012)
Developer/Steward
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Stage of Development/Use
NQF Scan (2012): Measure concept; development not being currently pursued
Measure Endorsement