PQRI: CMS Proposes Making PQRI Reporting Easier in 2011

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers understand where PQRI reporting rules were expected to change and how CMS was evaluating reporting accuracy. That makes it relevant for practices trying to plan quality reporting workflows and monitor common submission problems.

Article Sections

1. Proposed 2011 PQRI reporting changes

   Discusses CMS’s proposed revisions to PQRI reporting for 2011 across claims-based, registry-based, and EHR-based options. It also notes related program updates announced through the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.

2. Measures groups and reporting mechanisms

   Covers proposed updates affecting measures groups and the available reporting mechanisms for the 2011 program year. The section also references the CMS list of qualified registries and EHR systems.

3. E-prescribing incentive payment and reporting criteria

   Addresses the separate incentive payment discussion for successful e-prescribing and the relationship to other CMS incentive programs. It also summarizes the reporting method requirements discussed on the CMS call.

4. Diagnosis codes matter in PQRI

   Explains CMS feedback on data accuracy and why diagnosis information linked to claims is part of PQRI validation. The section focuses on the role of error reports in understanding reporting quality.

5. Common errors in PQRI reporting

   Summarizes the types of reporting errors CMS highlighted in its review of previous PQRI submissions. It notes that CMS identified patterns tied to patient age and gender errors in selected measures.