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Dental Sealant Ratio

Characteristics
COMPREHENSIVE
Component
Prevention and wellness focused
Measure Concept
Sealants for children
Descriptions
Ratio of occlusal surfaces of permanent molars receiving dental sealant to those receiving restoration among members enrolled for at least 11 of the past 12 months Numerator: Number of members enrolled for at least 11 of the past 12 months receiving dental sealant Denominator: Number of members enrolled for at least 11 of the past 12 months receiving restoration
Measure or Standard
Measure
Populations
Children
Level of Measure
Data Source
Administrative enrollment and claims data
Measure Identification
NQF Environmental Scan (2012)
Developer/Steward
Managed Risk Medical Insurance Board (CA)
Stage of Development/Use
NQF Scan (2012): 2008 concept, but not implemented
Measure Endorsement