Diabetic Foot & Ankle Care, Ulcer Prevention-Evaluation of Footwear
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus who were evaluated for proper footwear and sizing.
Date Reviewed: November 19, 2017
Do Not Support
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Group/Practice
Individual Clinician
Measure Info
MIPS 127
NQF 0416
CMS 127
NQF Endorsed
Measure Type
Process
Measure Steward
American Podiatric Medical Association
Clinical Topic Area
Diabetes
Care Setting
Outpatient
Data Source
Claims
Paper Medical Records
Registry
91黑料网 does not support QPP measure 127: 鈥淒iabetic Foot & Ankle Care, Ulcer Prevention 鈥 Evaluation of Footwear.鈥 Although we recognize the value of proper footwear in diabetic patients, there is a lack of high-quality evidence examining the impact of proper footwear evaluation in primary care on improved patient outcomes. This measure may appropriately evaluate quality performance of podiatrists although; the measure is topped out. Developers cite a 93% provider (podiatrist) compliance rate.