PQRS 2016: Watch for measures, registry changes as value-based modifier raises the stakes

Why This Topic Matters

Quality reporting performance can affect future Medicare payment adjustments, so practices need to understand which measures are available, how they can be reported, and what administrative deadlines may affect their reporting vendors or group practice requirements.

Article Sections

1. Take note of measures changes

   Covers general updates to PQRS measures for 2016, including changes in availability and reporting options across different submission methods.

2. MAV still in effect

   Summarizes the continued role of measures applicability validation in determining whether a provider met the reporting expectations CMS reviews.

3. CMS walks back survey requirement

   Describes changes to the group practice survey requirement and how it applies to practices of different sizes using GPRO.

4. Keep an eye on registries

   Discusses registry participation timing, annual approval expectations, and the importance of vendor deadlines for practices using registry-based reporting.