2014 Annual Report: Quality Measurement and Registry Development
Two otolaryngology-specific measure groups for PQRS reporting were developed by AAO-HNS/F and ABOto leadership. The two measure groups were included in the CMS 2015 MPFS Proposed Rule. Utilizing measures groups reduces the burden to physicians reporting to PQRS.
Performance Measures
Two otolaryngology-specific measure groups for PQRS reporting were developed by AAO-HNS/F and ABOto leadership. The two measure groups were included in the CMS 2015 MPFS Proposed Rule. Utilizing measures groups reduces the burden to physicians reporting to PQRS.
Otolaryngology Data Registry
The Board of Directors approved development of a task force to work with a consultant to identify a registry solution for otolaryngology–head and neck surgery that can be utilized in value-based purchasing and Maintenance of Certification activities as well as reimbursement modeling.
Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts (CORE) Grant Program
The 2014 CORE grant PROGRAM participating societies approved a portfolio of 43 grants totaling $820,768 ($223,317 specifically awarded by AAO-HNSF and its sponsors Alcon, Cook Medical, and Oticon).
The 2015 CORE funding opportunity announcements, offering more than $600,000 in research funding by the participating societies and sponsors, was opened in September 2014.