Where can I learn more about health care quality?

If you are interested in learning more about quality care or how to choose a hospital, nursing home or doctor, here are some resources that can help.

Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ)

To contact AHRQ by mail write to:

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
OC – Office of Communications
5600 Fishers Lane, 6th Floor
Rockville, MD 20857

To reach AHRQ by phone, call (301) 427-1364

Hospital Compare - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Physician Compare

Physician Compare can help you find a physician nearby. You can search by specialty, board certification, group practice, and which hospitals the physician works with, among other topics.

Nursing Home Compare

Nursing Home Compare collects information about every nursing home in the country that provides care to people who receive Medicare or Medicaid benefits. The website also offers a detailed guide to choosing a nursing home.