The following is an informal list of data elements that are required to join MPOG. Please note, the list below is the minimum data elements required for MPOG participation. Every single anesthesiology information system has different set of data elements, therefore, it would be impossible to categorize a complete list of data elements.
Patient Information
*These identifiers are needed for PHI scrubbing and the Blinded Recorded Index. They are NOT sent to the central repository.
†This list is the minimum requirement, but it is strongly encouraged that institutions contribute more data elements.
‡This is required for all Blue Cross Blue Shield participating sites