Assesses the access needs and preferences of the patient population
Characteristics
QUALITY- AND SAFETY-FOCUSED
Component
Continuous quality improvement processes
Measure Concept
Performance assessment and improvement
Descriptions
The practice evaluates patient access from collected data (i.e., survey, patient interviews, comment box) to determine if existing access methods are sufficient for its population. Alternative methods for access may include evening/weekend hours, types of appointments or telephone advice.
Measure or Standard
Standard
Populations
Not specified or not applicable
Level of Measure
Practice/Health Center
Data Source
Documented process; Evidence of implementation
Measure Identification
NCQA 2017 PCMH standards
Developer/Steward
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
Stage of Development/Use
Accreditation