Action Item #4: Know NCDR Terminology and Acronyms!-NCDR

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The American College of Cardiology's National Cardiovascular Data Registry, or NCDR, is a recognized source for measuring and quantifying outcomes and identifying gaps  in the delivery of quality care. Data from NCDR is used in select pay-for-reporting and or performance programs to demonstrate the benefit and challenges of such incentive programs.  To date, the ACC has developed eight hospital-based cardiovascular registries. More than just data collection, NCDR is a comprehensive network of cardiovascular care providers  committed to promoting the delivery of evidence-based care, improving patient outcomes, and lowering healthcare costs.

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The American College of Cardiology's National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) is a valuable resource for measuring outcomes and identifying areas where quality care can be improved. The NCDR's data is utilized in pay-for-reporting and performance programs, helping to showcase the benefits and difficulties of incentive programs. The ACC has created eight cardiovascular registries, which go beyond data collection and form a network of healthcare providers dedicated to delivering evidence-based care, improving patient outcomes, and reducing healthcare expenses.

Keywords

American College of Cardiology

National Cardiovascular Data Registry

outcomes measurement

quality care improvement

cardiovascular registries