decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2007 Issue 1 (January)
The future is here: PVRP, P4P
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Article Overview
This article explains the early Medicare Physician Voluntary Reporting Program and its role in the broader shift toward pay-for-performance. It is aimed at physicians, coders, and practice staff who need a general understanding of the program, the quality-measure reporting framework, and the related AMA and CMS resources referenced in the discussion.
Why This Topic Matters
The article highlights how Medicare quality reporting is evolving and why practices may need to become familiar with voluntary performance reporting before broader use expands. It also points readers to the kinds of official resources used to track measures and supporting documentation workflows.
What You Will Learn
- How Medicare’s voluntary reporting program fits into the broader pay-for-performance environment
- What kinds of quality-measure reporting tools and resources are associated with the program
- Which organizations and official resources are referenced for measure development and program guidance
- How the article frames the relationship between quality reporting, physician offices, and Medicare payment policy
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical coders
- Practice managers
- Billing staff
- Quality reporting staff
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