decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2009 Issue 11 (November)
Benchmark of the Week: Top 2008 PQRI measures reported validly, invalidly
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Article Overview
This benchmark article summarizes CMS data on 2008 PQRI reporting activity and compares measures that were commonly reported with those that created more submission issues. It is useful for physicians, quality-reporting staff, and coding professionals who want context on PQRI measure use, reporting trends, and the general categories of errors reflected in CMS submission data.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding which PQRI measures were widely reported and which ones generated more errors can help coding and quality-reporting teams better evaluate reporting workflows and prepare for similar physician quality programs. The article also provides historical context around measures that changed status in later reporting years.
What You Will Learn
- How CMS benchmarked high-volume PQRI measure reporting in 2008
- Which broad measure groups were commonly reported versus more error-prone
- What general categories of submission issues affected reporting performance
- How the article places one measure in the context of later reporting program changes
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical coders
- Quality reporting staff
- Practice managers
- Revenue cycle professionals
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