The Hospital Quality Alliance (HQA) Ten Measure “Starter Set”

Guidance for the Hospital Quality Alliance (HQA) ten performance measures.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: November 22, 2005

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