A Delphi panel consensus study validating the appropriateness, relevance, and clarity of quality measures for chiropractic care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A set of quality measures for chiropractic care was recently developed from relevant clinical guidelines, best practices, and care standards. This study used consensus methods to further refine the preliminary set as part of a stepwise validation process.

Methods

A modified online Delphi consensus study was conducted with chiropractic practitioners and administrators in integrated settings, clinical administrators at Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE)- accredited academic institutions, and CCE-accredited residency program directors. We invited panelists in these roles because integrated care and academic environments frequently assess elements of quality, increasing panelists' familiarity with quality measure concepts. Panelists rated 70 initial measures orga

SUBMITTER: Vining R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12709684 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature