Adjusting for Social Risk Factors in Pediatric Quality Measures: Adding to the Evidence Base

Background: Outcome and utilization quality measures are adjusted for patient case-mix including demographic characteristics and comorbid conditions to allow for comparisons between hospitals and health plans. However, controversy exists around whether and how to adjust for social risk factors. Obje...

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Main Authors: Bardach, N. (Author), Bucholz, E.M (Author), McCulloch, C.E (Author), Toomey, S.L (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier Inc. 2022
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