How would you approach a CDI metrics dashboard for a multi-hospital system to ensure comparability?

How would you approach a CDI metrics dashboard for a multi-hospital system to ensure comparability?

• A. Use unique definitions per hospital
• B. Standardize definitions, sources, and baselines; normalize metrics; segment by service line; enforce consistent data governance and reporting standards
• C. Use only revenue-based metrics
• D. Allow each hospital to define everything

Answer: (B)