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Comprehensive Dental Exam for Kindergarteners

Characteristics
Measures Not Included in PCDH Framework
Component
Not applicable
Measure Concept
Oral evaluation/ examination
Descriptions
Percent of children entering kindergarten reported to have had a comprehensive dental exam within the past 12 months Numerator: Number of children entering kindergarten reported to have had a comprehensive dental exam within the past 12 months Denominator: Number of children entering kindergarten
Measure or Standard
Measure
Populations
Children
Level of Measure
Population
Data Source
Measure Identification
NQF Environmental Scan (2012)
Developer/Steward
Stage of Development/Use
NQF Scan (2012): 2001-2010 CHIPRA Measures
Measure Endorsement