Cardiac Care Resources

In order to help cardiac practices use health IT to improve care, we've put together a selection of helpful resources.

American Medical Association

The American Medical Association is a valuable resources on the M.A.P (Measure, Act, Partner) to Improve Blood Pressure Control. Below are links to tools about this helpful program. Please note that you will be asked to sign into the site before accessing these tools. 

• M.A.P. Checklists
  This document provides clear, evidence-based checklists to use/adapt to measure accurately, act rapidly and partner with patients, families and communities to help improve blood pressure control.
• Common Errors While Measuring Blood Pressure
  This simple chart illustrates common errors to avoid in order to obtain accurate blood pressure measurement.
• Measure Accurately Quick Check Tool
  This tool is used to ensure blood pressure readings are performed accurately using the proper positioning.
   

Center for Disease Control and Prevention

• Maps and Data Sources
  Users can view county-level maps of heart disease and stroke by racial/ethnic group, along with maps of social environmental conditions and health services, for the entire United States or for a chosen state or territory.
• Statistical Reports for Health Professionals
  Public health and health care professionals can access numerous statistical reports and data resources related to heart disease and its risk factors.
• Vital Signs: Preventable Deaths from Heart Disease & Stroke
  Improving care can save more lives.