United States Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Federal healthcare research agency in Rockville, United States
The United States Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is a federal agency in Rockville, Maryland dedicated to improving healthcare delivery across the nation. It conducts research programs and develops evidence-based resources to support medical practices nationwide.
The agency was established in 1989 as the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research and received its current name in 1999 through the Healthcare Research and Quality Act. This restructuring expanded its mission to encompass broader quality research in healthcare delivery.
AHRQ develops resources and guidelines that shape medical practices across different populations, including children, elderly, minorities, and rural communities in the United States.
The facility is accessible by car or public transportation and is located in Rockville, Maryland. Visitors should check access requirements in advance since this is a federal building.
The agency maintains specialized Evidence-Based Practice Centers that generate systematic reviews determining the effectiveness of medical treatments and interventions.
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