Table 3.
Primary reason themes and codes for incomplete HbA1c follow-up based on sample of 100 charts reviewed
| Reason themes | Reason codes | Percentage of patients among 100 charts |
|---|---|---|
| No provider accepting responsibility of diabetes management | Outside diabetes provider | 4% |
| No NYU provider accepting responsibility | 8% | |
| Lack of in-person follow-up after index HbA1c result | Delayed in-person follow-up beyond 6 months | 39% |
| No in-person follow-up | 31% | |
| Lack of appropriate follow-up HbA1c testing despite in-person follow-up | Follow-up HbA1c ordered but not drawn within 6 months | 10% |
| Follow-up HbA1c never ordered within 6 months despite in-person follow-up | 8% |