Sharp Rees-Stealy Quality Measures for Cervical Cancer Screening

What was measured?
What percentage of female medical group members had a Pap smear to test for cervical cancer during the past three years?

These results are based on patient records from the medical group or HMO.

Why is it important?
Checking women for cervical center helps save lives. When cancer is found early, there is a much better chance that it can be cured. A test called a "Pap smear" is the best way to find cervical cancer early.

Sharp Rees-Stealy Score: 33.45 percent
State Average: 39.09 percent

Information courtesy of the California Office of the Patient Advocate.