Report chronic measures at least once for relevant patients

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate quality reporting can affect whether a provider receives credit toward the PQRI reporting threshold and related bonus eligibility. The article helps readers understand the broad reporting context for chronic measures and why duplicate submissions may matter.

Article Sections

1. CMS guidance on chronic measure reporting

   Overview of CMS instructions for reporting chronic-condition quality measures during the 2007 PQRI reporting period. Covers the general reporting context and audience for the guidance.

2. Example involving diabetes quality reporting

   Illustrative discussion of how a chronic measure may be reported for a patient seen during the reporting period. Focuses on the example scenario used to clarify the guidance.

3. Repeat chronic measure reporting won’t count

   Discussion of what happens when the same chronic measure is reported more than once within the applicable timeframe. Addresses the reporting implications at a broad level.

4. Scope of the guidance

   Clarifies that the article’s guidance applies to chronic measures and distinguishes them from other kinds of measures. Notes the broader reporting context across different specialties and service types.