FAQs
Benefits of dQMs compared with traditional measures and eCQMs
| Benefits |
Traditional Measures |
eCQMs |
dQMs |
| Data sources |
Multiple |
Single |
Multiple |
| Data capture uses existing workflows |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
| Uses standard terminology |
✓Yes |
✓Yes |
✓Yes |
| Uses standard measure logic |
No |
Variable |
✓Yes |
| Allows versatility in calculation and reporting |
Limited |
Limited |
✓Yes |
| Employs modular software solution |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
| Timely data sharing |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
| Automated data exchange via APIs |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
| Promotes interoperability using broadly applicable data exchange methods |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
| Leverages common data collection requirements |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
| Harmonizes measurement across settings |
No |
No |
✓Yes |
