Quality payment program: As MIPS ‘one and done’ becomes ‘some and done,’ watch reporting details

Why This Topic Matters

Providers, coding and quality teams, and practice administrators need to understand how MIPS scoring and reporting expectations are changing so they can plan participation, track performance, and prepare for higher future requirements.

Article Sections

1. MIPS scoring shift and payment-avoidance context

   Explains the article’s focus on changing participation expectations under MIPS and the broader payment-program context. Describes why providers are being encouraged to look beyond minimal participation.

2. Watch the details in the proposals

   Summarizes proposed 2018 reporting details across MIPS categories, including scoring approaches, reporting methods, reporting periods, and bonus concepts. Highlights the CMS guidance discussed in the article.

3. Don’t slack off

   Discusses the article’s forward-looking message about preparing for future reporting requirements. Emphasizes the general need to keep evaluating performance and readiness over time.