National Hospital Quality Measures

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

COPD All-Cause 30-Day Mortality and All-Cause 30-Day Readmissions

July 2018 – June 2021

COPD = chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

ᵃSource: CC PR Measure Data July 2022

CMS calculates 2 COPD outcomes measures based on Medicare claims and enrollment information. The most recent risk-adjusted data available from CMS are shown.

  • Cleveland Clinic’s COPD patient mortality rate is categorized as “no different” than the US national rate.
  • Cleveland Clinic’s COPD readmission rate is categorized as “no different” than the US national rate. To further reduce avoidable readmissions, Cleveland Clinic is focused on optimizing transitions from hospital to home or post-acute facility. Specific initiatives have been implemented to ensure effective communication, education, and follow-up.