#WeLoveOutcomes
#WeLoveOutcomes
rater8 and CODE Technology Partner to Advance PROs + Reputation
rater8 and CODE Technology have partnered to integrate patient-reported outcomes with reputation management—helping practices stand out, meet CMS requirements, and streamline operations.
Webinar: Turn Patient Voices into Volume: How Outcomes + Reviews Drive Real Growth
Don’t miss this expert-led webinar on how leading health systems are using patient-reported outcomes and reviews to stay compliant and competitive — all while improving patient care.
CMS Clarifies Who Can Assess Chronic Narcotic Use—Here’s What That Means for You
Registered nurses, pharmacists, and anesthesia staff can document chronic narcotic use for CMS THA/TKA PRO-PM, as long as it aligns with their scope of practice and is supported by clear workflow and policy. CMS does not require a physician to make the assessment.
Trailblazers in Orthopedics: Celebrating Women Leading the Industry
Meet 8 groundbreaking women transforming orthopedic surgery. From education and innovation to global advocacy and diversity, these leaders are shaping the future of musculoskeletal care.
Why Orthopedic Practices Should Start Reporting THA/TKA PROMs Now (Before CMS Makes It Mandatory for Outpatients)
Under CMS’s OPPS, outpatient orthopedic facilities must report PROs for THA/TKA by 2028 or face a 2% APU reduction. Learn why HOPDs and ASCs should take advantage of the current voluntary period to avoid penalties, improve outcomes, and gain a competitive edge.
CMS THA/TKA PRO-PM: Lessons from Health Systems – Webinar On-demand
Learn how health systems achieved CMS compliance for THA/TKA PRO-PM. Real-world advice on PROs strategy and pitfalls to avoid.
Introduction to CTM-3: What It Measures and Why
Explore the 3-Item Care Transition Measure (CTM-3)—a brief but effective patient-reported tool designed to evaluate discharge readiness and care transitions. Once a CMS-required HCAHPS measure, CTM-3 remains a valuable benchmark in patient experience.
Understanding the Psychiatric Inpatient Experience (PIX) Survey for CMS Reporting
Learn about the PIX Survey structure, CMS reporting deadlines, patient experience domains, and best practices for compliance with inpatient psychiatric facility quality measures.
The Top FAQs About CMS Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs)
CODE Technology hosted a national webcast, Crack the CODE on CMS PROs: Real-World Lessons from Health Systems, where leaders shared their experiences managing PROMs and meeting CMS requirements. This blog recaps the top frequently asked questions, with real-world answers and strategic takeaways.
How Confident Are You in Meeting the CMS THA/TKA PRO-PM?
Struggling with CMS THA/TKA PRO-PM compliance? Learn how leading hospitals are achieving high patient-reported outcome (PRO) capture rates with third-party vendors—and why CODE Technology is the trusted choice for streamlined, compliant PROMs programs.
Discover the Pedi-ASES, an Adaptation of the Validated ASES
The Pediatric and Adolescent ASES (Pedi-ASES) Score is a modified version of the adult ASES survey, carefully adapted to evaluate shoulder and elbow issues in patients aged 10–18.
Understanding the Pediatric IKDC (Pedi-IKDC) Knee Evaluation Tool
The Pedi-IKDC form is a modification of the original IKDC, tailored specifically for patients ages 10 to 18. By adapting question wording and splitting select items for better comprehension, the 21-item Pedi-IKDC delivers reliable, valid, and responsive assessments of knee injuries, diseases, and procedures.