Appropriate Testing for Pharyngitis - ICD-10-CM Quality Payment Program Measure
| Quality Measure | Description | High Priority | Submission Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appropriate Testing for Pharyngitis | The percentage of episodes for patients 3 years and older with a diagnosis of pharyngitis that resulted in an antibiotic dispensing event and a group A streptococcus (strep) test. | YES | Electronichealthrecord,registry |
Linked ICD-10 Codes
The following ICD-10-CM codes are linked to the quality measure appropriate testing for pharyngitis when used as part of a patient's medical record. This Quality Measure is part of Medicare's Quality Payment Program (QPP).
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