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Quality Measures
The AGA Center for Quality in Practice seeks to enhance quality and safety in the practice of gastroenterology. Learn More
Performance Measures
The AGA employs an internal process for developing select gastroenterology performance measures:
Practice Resource Library
One stop shopping for AGA resources — guidelines, journal studies, audio, video, patient guides, education sessions — grouped by topic area.
Guidelines
Education & Meetings
Webcasts
Latest Medical Position Statement
Management of Barrett's Esophagus
A series of questions were identified that are relevant for clinicians who manage patients with Barrett's Esophagus. Some of the conclusions constitute recommendations for prevention of cancer.
EMR & E-Prescribing
Currently the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA) authorizes a new and separate incentive program for eligible professionals (EPs) who are successful electronic prescribers as defined by MIPPA. This incentive program, which began on Jan. 1, 2009, is separate from and is in addition to the Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI).
EMR Resources
- Official Web site for the Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs
- Meaningful EHR Use
- Get the Facts on EHR
- Initial EHR Certification Bodies Named
- Sample RFP
- EMR Field Guide for Gastroenterology
Center for GI Innovation and Technology
The Center for GI Innovation and Technology serves as a means to foster the development and adoption of appropriate medical technologies that can improve patient care under the guidance of evidence-based standards.
