decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2016 Issue 2 (February)
Look to registry reporting now; be ready when CMS releases the 2016 list
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Article Overview
This article explains the 2016 Medicare quality reporting environment for practices considering registry-based reporting instead of claims-based methods. It compares the broad categories of registry options discussed in the article, describes why timing matters as CMS reviews and publishes approved registries, and highlights the practical relevance for groups trying to prepare for reporting under PQRS and related quality programs. The piece is aimed at physicians, group practices, and coding or compliance staff who need a high-level understanding of reporting pathways and the organizations involved.
Why This Topic Matters
Quality reporting affects Medicare payment adjustments, so practices need to understand the available reporting channels and when registry approvals become available. The article helps readers assess whether registry reporting is worth evaluating before CMS finalizes the yearly approved list.
Article Sections
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Quality reporting pressures and reporting methods
Introduces the 2016 quality reporting environment and the broad reporting approaches practices may compare. It frames the operational and financial importance of choosing a reporting method.
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Understand the 2 types of registries
Explains the two registry categories discussed in the article and contrasts their general reporting roles. It also notes how the article frames registry-based reporting options for different practice needs.
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Think about registries now
Focuses on CMS approval timing for registries and why practices may want to evaluate vendors before the final list is released. It emphasizes planning and preliminary vetting of registry organizations.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames the 2016 Medicare quality reporting environment
- The general differences between the registry categories discussed
- Why CMS registry approval timing matters for practice planning
- What types of organizations and readers are most affected by registry reporting decisions
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Group practices
- Practice managers
- Compliance staff
- Medical coders
- Quality reporting staff
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