What measure groups are available for PQRI 2009?
PQRI measures can be reported for seven (7) measures groups in 2009. Measures groups were created for specific conditions that are addressed by at least 4 measures that share a common denominator specification: (1) Diabetes Mellitus, (2) Chronic Kidney Disease, (3) Preventive Care, (4) Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, (5) Rheumatoid Arthritis, (6) Perioperative Care, and (7) Back Pain are supported for the PQRI 2009 program.