Fig. 2

Integrated framework for the composition of an ICHOM Standard Set. The cycle of care concept (black) is adapted from Porter [46]. Domains are generic (red) and span across the entire cycle of care, but are not necessarily included in all tiers (dashed). Measures (green) are selected as they are considered to meet the criteria for inclusion. The decision for inclusion or exclusion into a Standard Set is based on the Delphi process outlined below. Case-mix variables (yellow) are included to allow for comparisons between sub-groups and stratifications