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MedPAC > Recommendations > Influencing quality in traditional Medicare (E)

Influencing quality in traditional Medicare (E)

June 1, 1999

The Secretary should ensure that the methods and mechanisms used to influence quality under traditional Medicare are consistent with best practices used by private health plans and purchasers.

Appeared in: June 1999 - Chapter 2

Topics: Quality.