E/M Coding Alert - 2008 Issue 6
Clip and Save: Coders Can Count on These PQRI Resources
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Article Overview
This article is a practical resource guide for emergency department coders and quality reporting staff who need help navigating the Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI). It highlights a small set of ED-applicable quality measures discussed in the source and points to official Medicare, AMA, and ACEP online materials that provide program instructions, FAQs, handbooks, and downloadable support tools. The page is useful for teams looking to understand the scope of ED-focused PQRI reporting and locate authoritative reference materials.
Why This Topic Matters
PQRI reporting can affect quality measurement workflows in emergency medicine, and coders often need quick access to official guidance. This article helps readers identify where to find current program resources and which measure areas are commonly relevant to ED settings.
Article Sections
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ED Measures
This section presents emergency department quality measure areas associated with PQRI reporting. It summarizes the measure topics most often discussed for ED use.
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Instructional/Informational Web Sites
This section lists major online resources from Medicare, AMA, and ACEP that provide program guidance and related support materials. It is a pointer to reference tools rather than a coding tutorial.
What You Will Learn
- Where to find official PQRI program guidance and support materials
- Which general measure areas are highlighted for emergency department reporting
- Which organizations provide publicly available PQRI reference resources
- What types of online tools are available for PQRI education and documentation support
Who Should Read This
- Emergency department coders
- Quality reporting staff
- Physician practice administrators
- Emergency medicine billing personnel
- Clinical documentation support teams
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