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Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Counseling on Antioxidant Supplement

CBE ID
0566
Endorsement Status
1.1 New or Maintenance
Previous Endorsement Cycle
Is Under Review
No
Next Maintenance Cycle
Fall 2024
1.3 Measure Description

Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration or their caregiver(s) who were counseled within 12 months on the benefits and/or risks of the AREDS formulation for preventing progression of AMD

Note: This can be discussed with all patients with AMD, even those who do not meet the criteria for the AREDS formulation, patients who are smokers (beta-carotene can increase the risk for cancer in these patients) or other reasons why the patient would not meet criteria for AREDS formulation as outlined in the AREDS. The ophthalmologist or optometrist can explain why these supplements are not appropriate for their particular situation. Also, given the some of the purported risks associated with antioxidant use, patients would be informed of the risks and benefits and make their choice based on valuation of vision loss vs. other risks. As such, the measure seeks to educate patients about overuse as well as appropriate use.

        • 1.14 Numerator

          Patients with AMD or their caregiver(s) who were counseled within 12 months on the benefits and/or risks of the AREDS formulation for preventing progression of AMD

        • 1.15 Denominator

          All patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration

        • Exclusions

          Not applicable.

        • OLD 1.12 MAT output not attached
          Attached
          1.13a Data dictionary not attached
          No
        • Most Recent Endorsement Activity - OLD
          Endorsed EENT Endorsement Maintenance Project 2014
          Initial Endorsement
          Last Updated
        • Steward
          American Academy of Ophthalmology
          Steward Organization POC Email
              • Risk adjustment approach
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                Risk adjustment approach
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                Conceptual model for risk adjustment
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                Conceptual model for risk adjustment
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