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Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation

CBE ID
0086e
Endorsement Status
1.1 New or Maintenance
Previous Endorsement Cycle
Is Under Review
No
Next Maintenance Cycle
Fall 2025
1.3 Measure Description

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months

        • 1.14 Numerator

          Patients who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months

        • 1.15 Denominator

          All patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma

        • Exclusions

          Denominator Exceptions:
          Documentation of medical reason(s) for not performing an optic nerve head evaluation

        • 1.13a Data dictionary not attached
          No
        • Most Recent Endorsement Activity - OLD
          Endorsed Primary Care and Chronic Illness Spring Cycle 2019
          Initial Endorsement
          Last Updated
        • Steward
          American Academy of Ophthalmology
          Steward Organization POC Email
          Steward Organization Copyright

          © 2019 PCPI® Foundation and American Medical Association. All Rights Reserved.

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