Independence is continuing its series of messages for the parents and/or guardians of our Keystone HMO Children's Health Insurance Program (Keystone HMO CHIP) members to help families manage their child's health care. The topics chosen are based on Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS^®) measures. We are sharing these topics with you to help support compliance with these measures and to encourage families to obtain these important services.

This month's message is regarding weight assessment and counseling for nutrition and physical activity.

Important information on HEDIS measures

Measure: The percentage of children ages 3 – 17 who had an outpatient visit with a Primary Care Physician or OB/GYN and who had evidence of one of the following:

• BMI percentile documentation
• counseling for nutrition
• counseling for physical activity

How you can help

Follow these tips to ensure patients get positive results:

• suggest and encourage a weight and exercise plan
• offer advice about helping children reach and maintain a healthy size during the well-child visit
• refer to the Expert Committee Recommendations Regarding the Prevention, Assessment, and Treatment of Child and Adolescent Overweight and Obesity: Summary Report

Stay tuned for more topics regarding care for your Keystone HMO CHIP patients.

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