Appendix Tables 1-3

Performance Measure Data Report

Flowchart Symbols

Symbol	Explanation
	Start/Stop denotes the beginning or end of an algorithm
	Diamonds represent "If...Then" decision points for logic tests and comparisons. Two or three flow lines exit the decision point to reflect alternative actions based upon an evaluation of the condition(s) stated around the decision point.
	Rectangles or process boxes show when computation or manipulation of the data are required, such as a calculation or summarization.
	Circle or "On-page: connectors, labeled with a letter, show a link to sections of the algorithm which are continued on the same page.
	Five-sided or "Off-page" connectors, labeled with a letter, show a link to sections of the algorithm which are continued on different pages. Note: Both circular, On-page, five-sided, and Off-page Connectors containing the letters B, D, E, U, X, or Y lead to measure Outcome Boxes.
	Outcome Boxes represent the result of data passed through the algorithm. Connectors extending from outcome boxes lead to the end of the algorithm, or to risk adjustment procedures, where applicable. This symbol is also used to identify the strata within a stratified measure.
	Symbol to represent comments that should be taken into account when programming flowchart.

Measure Contributor List

American Academy of Neurology, Stroke Practice Improvement Network (SPIN) St. Paul, Minnesota

American Heart Association / American Stroke Association Dallas, Texas

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Atlanta, Georgia

Georgia Hospital Association: An Association of Hospitals and Health Systems Marietta, Georgia

The Joint Commission Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois

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