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Communication is an essential component of quality medical care. Written or verbal communication between Primary Care Physicians (PCP), specialists and other practitioners helps provide effective follow-up care and improves patient safety. If a doctor or other health care professional knows all the pertinent information such as changes to medications or treatment plans, medical errors are less likely to occur and improvements in health may be quicker.
To ensure this important communication is taking place, MVP reviews medical records at PCP’s offices every year looking for evidence of communication from the specialist or provider. Results from 2007 are shown in the graph below. Detailed results by hospital are also available by clicking on the icon to the right of the graph.
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