CMS offers providers a second shot at the PQRI bonus

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps providers determine whether the alternative PQRI reporting option is relevant to their practice and how the 2008 measure-group structure fits into CMS quality reporting. It is useful for practices tracking Medicare quality-reporting participation and reviewing CMS program materials.

Article Sections

1. Alternative PQRI reporting option

   Introduces the CMS alternative claims-based reporting path and its role as part of the 2008 PQRI program. Discusses the overall context for providers considering participation.

2. How the measure-group reporting works

   Summarizes the general structure of reporting within a measure group and the sequence used for participating claims. Also notes the CMS explanation of how the process is initiated.

3. Measures for PQRI's 2008 Alternative Claims-Based Reporting Program

   Lists the measure groups included in the 2008 alternative reporting program and identifies the associated CMS reporting identifiers. Covers the broad categories used in the program.