__________ Is a Program of the National Committee for Quality

question 10

Multiple Choice

__________ is a program of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and facilitates decision making based upon value and cost of service.

• A) Pioneers in Quality
• B) Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
• C) Leapfrog Group
• D) Health Plan Employer Data and Information Set (HEDIS)

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Definitions:

Preset Level

A predetermined or established level or standard that needs to be achieved or which serves as a benchmark for performance or operation.

Implicit Favorite

An unspoken preference or bias towards a particular option or choice in decision-making processes.

Escalation of Commitment

A psychological process whereby an individual continues to support a failing course of action due to cognitive biases, loss aversion, and sunk costs.

Decision-making Skills

The ability to evaluate information, consider alternatives, and choose the most appropriate course of action.