Create Package
 
A package is a file that contains the database (with abstracted data), log file and other files created by MCMP-PAT.  This package must be sent to your QIO so it can be sent to IFMC then to RTI for analysis.  To access the Packager click on Tools arrow right Create Package to bring up the Packager form.  Starting in version 2.0 of MCMP-PAT, users are required to review the list of selected measures and the total records available for analysis in each topic before they can create the package.

The left side of the Packager form lists all the steps and indicates the current one.  This is a read-only area, use the Next and Previous buttons to move between steps.

Notes
  • A package file is named with the same name as the main database file with the extension ".package" added.
  • Users are not allowed to change the name of the package file.
  • The package file is created in the same folder where the main database is located.
  • Before creating the package, be sure to review the options and Totals report shown in the first few steps.
  • No other users should be using the database while a package is being created.


Step 1. Reminders
This step displays the list of things that you have to check before creating the package.
Step one in creating a package.


Step 2. Selected Measures
This step displays the measures that have been selected for abstraction and submission.  This information is read-only.  To change the selected measures, you'll have to do it in the Measures form.
Step two in creating a package


Step 3. Reminders
This step displays the total number of records available for analysis in each topic.  Detailed information about each total can be viewed in the Totals report.  For more information on how each total is calculated read the Totals - Requirements & Counting topic.  You could preview, then print the totals by clicking on the Preview button.  This button is only available in step #3.
Step three in creating a package


Step 4. Create Package
This is the final step in this process.  Take note of the location and name of your package file and click the Create button to create the package.  If the package you are trying to create already exists, the tool will ask for your confirmation to overwrite it.
Step four in creating a package


Once the package has been created, a message will appear reminding you about the location of the package and to upload it to your QIO.
Message shown after a package has been created


Related Topics
Uploading Files in QualityNet