| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2903251 | Chest | 2008 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Overall, the use of spirometry in patients with newly diagnosed COPD was low using the new HEDIS spirometry measure with a significant regional variation comprising a more than threefold difference between the regions with the lowest and highest rates of spirometry use.
Keywords
health-care deliveryCPTAORICSVeterans Integrated Service NetworkVISNHEDISLong-acting β-agonistprocess assessment (health care)Current Procedural TerminologyCOPDHealth services researchDiagnosisSpirometryLABAconfidence intervalHealthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Setadjusted odds ratioInhaled corticosteroidQuality of health care
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Authors
Min J. MD, MPH, Todd A. PharmD, PhD, Kevin B. MD, MPH,