E/M Coding Alert - 2016 Issue 3
PQRS Specifications for Measure 317
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Article Overview
This page explains the reporting specifications for PQRS Measure 317, a preventive care and screening measure centered on blood pressure screening and documented follow-up. It is aimed at clinicians, quality reporting staff, and coding professionals who need to understand the measure’s denominator and numerator structure, updated instructions, and the difference between claims-based and registry-based reporting. The article also notes version updates and the code categories involved in measure reporting.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate understanding of this measure helps reporting teams determine whether encounters qualify for inclusion and how quality-data reporting is structured for compliance and performance measurement. It is especially relevant for organizations tracking preventive screening quality measures and maintaining correct PQRS submission workflows.
What You Will Learn
- What PQRS Measure 317 addresses at a high level
- How the measure is reported in claims and registry workflows
- What types of reporting updates and version notes are included
- How the measure uses encounter coding and quality-data reporting
Who Should Read This
- Physicians and eligible professionals
- Medical coders
- Quality reporting staff
- Practice managers
- Registry/reporting vendors
Codes Discussed
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