To redirect focus to those who benefit the most from measured services, quality measure exclusions exist for patients with advanced illness and frailty.
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The Quintuple Aim: What Is It and Why Does it Matter?
The Quintuple Aim is an extension of the Quadruple Aim, emphasizing the importance of optimizing healthcare to establish health equity.
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Closing the Quality Gap: Depression Screening & Remission
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. CMS quality programs include measures relating to depression screening and remission.
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Advanced Care Planning: Starting the Conversation
Advanced Care Planning is a worthwhile endeavor that patients desire. Consider starting these conversations with your patients now.
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Coding Corner: Neoplasm Documentation & Coding
To ensure a neoplasm is coded to the highest level of specificity, documentation should be clear and conscience.
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What are CMS Star Ratings?
Developed by CMS, Medicare Star Ratings provide a quick way to compare the quality and performance of Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Drug plans.
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