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02/04/26

Core Elements of Hospital Diagnostic Excellence (DxEx).

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Culture, Work System, and Implementation Foundations of Diagnostic Excellence
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Summary

Diagnostic excellence is a significant patient safety objective. This updated framework supports efforts to reduce missed, delayed, and incorrect diagnoses. It outlines a structured six-element strategy defining leadership and clinician roles to improve diagnostic reasoning, minimize unnecessary tests, and foster a culture of learning from errors. It also adds specific tools and assessments for hospitals to track progress toward excellence.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Core Elements of Hospital Diagnostic Excellence (DxEx). February 4, 2026.