Emergency Department Transfer Communication (EDTC)
Here you will find resources and information regarding Emergency Department Transfer Communication.
EDTC Data Specifications Manual
Detailed data specifications for collection of the EDTC measure.
Access the Data Specifications Manual here.
EDTC Measure Data Specifications Manual Training Video
A guided overview of how to abstract the EDTC measure using the Data Specifications Manual. We recommend having the manual open to follow along
Frequently Asked Questions on the EDTC Measure
Access the EDTC Measure FAQs here.
Excel-based Data Collection Tool for Excel 2003 and Older (Macro-enabled Excel Spreadsheet)
Access the Excel spreadsheet here.
Excel-based Data Collection Tool for Excel 2007 and Newer (Macro-enabled Excel Spreadsheet)
Access the Excel spreadsheet here.
Excel-based Data Collection Tool Specifically for Hospitals Unable to Run Macros or Utilizing Non-Excel Spreadsheet Software (Excel spreadsheet)
Access the Excel spreadsheet here.
Data Collection Tool Manual
This manual is designed to assist critical access hospitals (CAH) in their ED Transfer Communication measures data collection and reporting using an Excel-based data collection tool.
Access the Data Collection Tool Manual here.
EDTC Measure Data Collection Tool Training Video
A step-by-step guide on how to download the Excel-based data collection tool, enter data, and run reports to calculate your measures
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