To prevent the devastating complications of diabetes, NCQA encourages the provision of comprehensive, quality health care to people with diabetes through the Diabetes Physician Recognition Program (DPRP). DPRP, developed by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA), awards recognition to physicians who demonstrate that they provide high quality care to patients with diabetes.
A major goal of the CHT Georgia Project is to increase the number of physicians in Georgia who are recognized by NCQA for quality diabetes care. Over the past three years we have increased that number from 5 to 190. WellStar Health System led the way with over 60 of their physicians receiving DPRP recognition.
We believe that patients receiving care from DPRP recognized physicians will be much more likely to receive the recommended care, have decreased complications, improved health and cost less to manage their care. A Towers Perrin reportestimated a potential savings of $1,059 when blood pressure, HbA1C, and LDL control measures are met.
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