LGBT Data Collection

Copyright
2015
Published By
Center for American Progress

This article discusses the Institute of Medicine and the Joint Commission recommendation on collecting data on sexual orientation and gender identity in health care settings, especially in electronic health records/electronic medical records. These data are essential for providing high-quality, patient-centered care to LGBT individuals and for addressing LGBT health disparities.

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