Excessive Radiation Dose Measure Methodology

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      Thank you for your question regarding CMS1074v2 Excessive Radiation Dose or Inadequate Image Quality for Diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) in Adults (Facility IQR).
      Size-adjusted dose is calculated by pre-processing software prior to incorporation into the 1074v2 eCQM. Each pre-processing software vendor is responsible for ensuring that their software meets measure specifications. If you have questions regarding Alara's pre-processing software, please contact Alara directly: https://www.alaragateway.com/contact
      For additional information regarding the use of pre-processing software please refer to the ECQI resource center: https://ecqi.healthit.gov/excessive-radiation-dose-or-inadequate-image-quality-diagnostic-computed-tomography-adults-ecqm-measure-clarification
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      Thank you for your question regarding CMS1074v2 Excessive Radiation Dose or Inadequate Image Quality for Diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) in Adults (Facility IQR). Size-adjusted dose is calculated by pre-processing software prior to incorporation into the 1074v2 eCQM. Each pre-processing software vendor is responsible for ensuring that their software meets measure specifications. If you have questions regarding Alara's pre-processing software, please contact Alara directly: https://www.alaragateway.com/contact For additional information regarding the use of pre-processing software please refer to the ECQI resource center: https://ecqi.healthit.gov/excessive-radiation-dose-or-inadequate-image-quality-diagnostic-computed-tomography-adults-ecqm-measure-clarification
    • CMS1074v2
    • The information is needed to allow us to develop our technology. We cannot move forward without it.

      Would you please tell me the specific formula and/or methods used to calculate size-adjusted dose in the excessive radiation dose quality measure.  I am looking for a level of specificity that will allow me to replicate Alara's work.  I've spent hours search on the web but couldn't find the technical information I need.

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            Augustine Weber
            Reporter:
            David Lee (Inactive)
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