Which statement correctly describes the difference between a Comprehensive Medical Review (CMR) and a Targeted Medical Review (TMR)?

• A. A TMR reviews a single medication.
• B. A CMR provides a complete overview of the patient's medical history; a TMR reviews a single medication.
• C. CMR and TMR are identical.
• D. TMR covers all medical conditions.

Answer: (B)

Scope of medical reviews defines the difference. A comprehensive medical review gathers a complete overview of the patient’s medical history, including chronic conditions, past events, allergies, all current medications, and factors that could affect therapy. A targeted medical review concentrates on a single medication, evaluating its dosing, safety, potential interactions, and fit with the patient’s goals. Because of this focus, a TMR looks at one medication in depth, while a CMR assesses the whole medical picture. That’s why describing a CMR as providing a complete overview and a TMR as reviewing a single medication is the best match.