Why do Department of Health field representatives review medical charts?
Information obtained from medical charts is used to help monitor trends and provide a picture of populations currently affected by HIV and AIDS in New York City. Accurate, up to date information assists in planning prevention, risk reduction and other programs. For purposes of disease surveillance, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requires the reporting of several demographic variables, including age, race, ethnicity, sex, country of birth and zip code. Chart review is one way surveillance field staff from the HIV Epidemiology Program gather the required demographic information. Charts are also reviewed for clinical information, such as diagnosis of an AIDS-defining condition.
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