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An evolving hospital quality star rating system from CMS: aligning the stars.

May 26, 2021

Bilimoria KY, Barnard C. JAMA. 2021;325(21):2151-2152.

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The Hospital Star Rating system was implemented in 2016 to aid patients in identifying safe, high-quality hospitals. The system has evolved over time to address applicability concerns. This commentary highlights changes in the latest reiteration of the program and discusses challenges in its use.

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