CMS to Test Two Models to Boost Patient Engagement
CMS is launching two new models to help determine what works best when it comes to encouraging shared decision-making between doctors and patients.
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EHR Incentive Program Status Report November 2016
Just the facts… CMS has released the most recent numbers for the EHR Incentive programs. Here are some Program-to-date highlights from the November report. Active registrants total over a half a million.
EHR Incentive Programs Attestation System Opens January 3
The EHR Incentive Programs attestation system will be open from January 3, 2017 to February 28, 2017. Providers must attest by the attestation deadline to avoid a 2018 payment adjustment.
Subscribe to the Quality Payment Program Listserv
Subscribers of the PQRS listserv are encouraged to sign up for the new CMS Quality Payment Program listserv. The Quality Payment Program is part of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) and includes two tracks.
Additional Opportunities for Clinicians Under the Quality Payment Program
CMS announced more new opportunities for clinicians to join Advanced Alternative Payment Models to improve care and earn additional incentive payments under the Quality Payment Program, which implements MACRA.
Formally Submit Quality Payment Program Comments by December 19
The Quality Payment Program final rule with comment period incorporates input received to date. To continue building on a user-centric approach, CMS is seeking feedback for future rulemaking.
ICD-10 Updates from CMS
On October 1, 2016, new ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS code sets went into effect. Updating of these codes traditionally occurs on an annual basis, however, there was an extended freeze to code updates to support a smooth transition.
EHR Incentive Program Status Report October 2016
Just the facts… CMS has released the most recent numbers for the EHR Incentive programs. Here are some Program-to-date highlights from the October report. Active registrants total over a half a million.
Push Comes to Shove in the World of Meaningful Use
By Jim Tate – The move toward an interoperable electronic health care data system has been stimulated by a system of incentives, penalties and pay adjustments for providers.