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First national eczema report reveals gaps in diagnosis and specialist care

Oversees use of the report data in provider education

On October 1, the National Eczema Association released the first national and state-level dataset on atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema. The CDC-funded report covers all 50 states, Washington D.C., and every major insurance type. It finds that about one in five insured people estimated to have the condition has a diagnosis.

Updated Oct 20

Notable Quotes

"The data alone doesn't change care, but it helps us understand where there may be possibilities to improve it."

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"We want this data to be a starting point for those conversations and ultimately lead to timely action."

from First national eczema report reveals gaps in diagnosis and specialist care · Updated Oct 20