National Committee of Quality Assurance (NCQA)
Recommendation: Annual routine screening for chlamydia of pregnant and non-pregnant sexually active females ages 15-25.

HEDIS Information: Annual testing for chlamydia in women ages 15-25 has been included in the Health Plan Employer Data and Information Set (HEDIS), beginning in the year 2000. HEDIS is a tool used by 90% of the nation's managed care organizations to evaluate performance in key areas.
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