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ER Visits for Disease of Teeth and Jaw

Characteristics
Measures Not Included in PCDH Framework
Component
Not applicable
Measure Concept
Dental-related ED use
Descriptions
The incidence of emergency room visits for diseases of teeth and jaw for children ages 15 and under per 1,000 population Numerator: Number of emergency room visits for diseases of teeth and jaw for children ages 15 and under Denominator: Number children ages 15 and under
Measure or Standard
Measure
Populations
Children
Level of Measure
Data Source
Measure Identification
NQF Environmental Scan (2012)
Developer/Steward
Stage of Development/Use
NQF Scan (2012): 2001-2005 CHIPRA Measures
Measure Endorsement