Diabetes Care Link (DCL)
The Diabetes Care Link (DCL) program seeks to improve the quality of care for diabetics by recognizing and rewarding physicians for demonstrating the delivery of high quality diabetes care. For Diabetes Care Link Recognition, physicians must meet standards associated with processes and outcomes in caring for patients with diabetes. The performance measure areas, developed by American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the performance assessment organizations, include:
• HbA1c control
• Blood pressure control
• Eye exam
• Smoking status and cessation advice or treatment
• Complete lipid profile
• Cholesterol control
• Nephropathy assessment
• Foot exam
To view the Diabetes Care Link (DCL) program measures click here.
Check out the Diabetes Care Analysis - Savings Estimate (PDF).
For more information on BTE's DCL program, go to www.bridgestoexcellence.org/DiabetesCare