How Is the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS)

question 58

Multiple Choice

How is the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) used?

• A) The CDC uses it to collect morbidity data and inform public health decisions
• B) Patients can access the data on a website and use it to choose a doctor
• C) Employers and health insurance companies use it to negotiate employee group insurance plans
• D) CMS uses it to determine the effectiveness of EHR technology

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Definitions:

Archaic Humans

Early forms of Homo species, such as Homo neanderthalensis and Homo heidelbergensis, that share some characteristics with modern humans but also have distinct anatomical differences.

H. Heidelbergensis

A now-extinct species of archaic human from the Middle Pleistocene, known from fossils found in Europe, Africa, and possibly Asia.

Neanderthals

An extinct species of hominids that lived in Eurasia until about 40,000 years ago, known for their robust build and large cranial capacity, sharing some genetic heritage with modern humans.

Coexisted

The state of living or existing at the same time or in the same place as another organism or entity.