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Quick Memory Questionnaire

3-Question Cognitive Concern Triage Tool

3-Question Cognitive Concern Triage Tool

The Quick Memory Questionnaire (QMQ) is a brief, three-question decision aid designed to help clinicians determine whether a full cognitive evaluation is recommended. Delivered verbally in the patient's native language, the QMQ supports efficient triage in primary care and other settings where rapid clinical judgment is needed.

Benefits include:

  • Three-question format enables rapid cognitive concern triage within any clinical visit.
  • Administered verbally in the patient's native language for accessibility.
  • Supports medical-necessity decisions for further cognitive evaluation.
  • Fits naturally into primary care, Annual Wellness Visit, and triage workflows.

What the Quick Memory Questionnaire Assesses 


Presence of cognitive concerns warranting further evaluation.


Patient-reported memory and cognitive symptoms.


Whether a full cognitive assessment such as BrainCheck Assess is clinically appropriate.

Common Clinical Use Cases

  • Early cognitive concern triage in primary care and family medicine.
  • Annual Wellness Visit workflows requiring a rapid first-step screening.
  • Supporting medical-necessity documentation before proceeding to comprehensive cognitive assessment.

On the BrainCheck Platform

  • Administered verbally in the patient's native language.
  • Structured to guide triage and next-step decisions within BrainCheck workflows.
  • Connects to BrainCheck Assess for seamless follow-on evaluation when indicated.
  • Supports longitudinal tracking and documentation within the BrainCheck Platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Key things to know about the Quick Memory Questionnaire

Does the Quick Memory Questionnaire determine medical necessity?

Yes. The QMQ is designed to help clinicians determine whether additional cognitive testing is recommended, supporting triage and medical-necessity decisions before proceeding to BrainCheck Assess or other next steps.

How is the Quick Memory Questionnaire administered?

The questionnaire is delivered verbally in the patient's native language, making it accessible across diverse patient populations without requiring a device or screen.

Is the Quick Memory Questionnaire a diagnostic tool?

No. The QMQ is not a diagnostic tool. Results are intended to support clinical judgment and help guide follow-up evaluation, not to establish a diagnosis.

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