Staying abreast of PSI 90 changes

Why This Topic Matters

PSI 90 influences hospital quality reporting, internal performance review, and several public- and payer-facing programs. Understanding the timing of measure updates and the importance of complete, accurate data helps organizations prepare their workflows and monitor quality performance.

Article Sections

1. PSI 90 status and measurement updates

   Explains the current status of PSI 90, the move toward an ICD-10-based version, and the timing of related updates from AHRQ and CMS. Also places the measure in the context of hospital quality programs and public reporting.

2. Organizations that continue to use PSI 90

   Summarizes the broader stakeholders and reporting environments where PSI 90 remains relevant, including payers, state entities, and national quality publications.

3. Our effect on PSI 90

   Describes how organizational data quality and reporting practices can influence quality profiles, improvement efforts, and patient safety monitoring.

4. Staying focused on PSI 90: What can be done now

   Outlines general operational steps organizations may consider to support accurate PSI 90 capture, including benchmarking, workflow design, education, audits, prioritization, and collaboration across teams.