Asthma: percentage of members 5 to 50 years of age during the measurement year who were identified as having persistent asthma and who were appropriately prescribed medication during the measurement year.

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Asthma: percentage of members 5 to 50 years of age during the measurement year who were identified as having persistent asthma and who were appropriately prescribed medication during the measurement year.

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National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). HEDIS® 2010: Healthcare Effectiveness Data & Information Set. Vol. 2, Technical Specifications. Washington (DC): National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA); 2009 Jul. 417 p.

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Asthma: percentage of members 5 to 50 years of age during the measurement year who were identified as having persistent asthma and who were appropriately prescribed medication during the measurement year.