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The Standard Definitions for Patient Outcome Data Elements are presented by the National Home Infusion Foundation to home and specialty infusion providers for use when collecting data related to patient events as part of ongoing quality improvement activities. These definitions were developed by a volunteer-based Outcomes Task Force comprised of individual provider and business-firm members committed to the utilization of quality data to advance the infusion industry. Standardized definitions will allow providers to engage in industry-wide benchmarking and research activities, generating the necessary data for demonstrating the quality and value associated with administering infused medications in the home and alternate site settings.
Providers are encouraged to adopt the NHIF Patient Outcome Definitions to become eligible for participation in industry-wide quality data initiatives.
NHIF announces an open comment period from September 3 to October 31, 2024, for the proposed Standard Definition for Home Infusion Medication Adherence. With a lack of available data related to events that occur in the home setting, a standardized definition and increased data collection can aid in developing improved technologies in home infusion operations and patient outcomes. The more comments received from stakeholders, the stronger and more valuable the definitions become.
Questions or comments regarding the Standard Definitions for Patient Outcome Data Elements should be directed to NHIFdata@nhia.org.
