The Value of Measuring Value

Engage with the ACR and other organizations that develop measures. Input from those on the front lines leads to measures that better match reality and track quality care. If you would like to volunteer your time with the ACR, click here. To learn more about the RISE registry, email the RISE team.

Finally, Dr. Suter challenges, “It takes courage to be measured, but it’s worthwhile. A lot of us have been out of school for a long time; we don’t get graded, and we don’t take tests that often. But measures are a mirror that allows us to reflect on our own care. I’m asking people to have an open mind about them.”

Allison Plitman, MPA, is the communications specialist for the ACR’s RISE Registry.

Reference

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