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Steroid Use - Osteoporosis Screening

CBE ID
0614
Endorsement Status
1.1 New or Maintenance
Previous Endorsement Cycle
Is Under Review
No
1.3 Measure Description

The percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who have been on chronic steroids for at least 180 days and had a bone density evaluation or were taking osteoporosis treatment

        • 1.14 Numerator

          Patients who had a bone density evaluation or were taking osteoporosis treatment

        • 1.15 Denominator

          Patients aged 18 years and older, who have been taking steroids for at least 180 days

        • Exclusions

          Specific exclusions:
          1. Pregnancy

          General exclusions:
          1. Evidence of metastatic disease or active treatment of malignancy (chemotherapy or radiation therapy) in the last 6 months
          2. Patients who have been in a skilled nursing facility in the last 3 months
          3. Patients who are terminally ill or in Hospice
          4. Patient or provider feedback indicating allergy, intolerance or other contraindication to osteoporosis treatment anytime in the past

        • Most Recent Endorsement Activity
          Measure Retired and Endorsement Removed Endocrine Endorsement Maintenance Project
          Initial Endorsement
          Last Updated
          Removal Date
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          ActiveHealth Management
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