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CMS’s TEAM | Three Big Concepts Every Hospital Needs to Know
We cover three key concepts of TEAM that are crucial to understanding how the new mandatory model aims to enhance care coordination and manage costs effectively.
What are Box and Whisker Plots?
The box-and-whisker plots are very effective and easy to read. They summarize data much better than just a simple ‘average’, and provide a deeper insight into the distributional characteristics of a group of scores. Learn how to read Box and Whisker Plots and Reports with examples.
The PRO-PM Provider-Reported Narcotics Question | What You Should To Know
Ever wondered why the THA/TKA PRO-PM, mandated by IQR, OQR, and ASCQR programs, includes a question on narcotic use 90 days before surgery?
Introducing TEAM in CMS’ FY2025 IPPS Final Ruling
Starting January 1, 2026, CMS is rolling out TEAM (Transforming Episode Accountability Model) as part of the FY2025 IPPS Final Rule.
Impact On Outcomes: Nonoperative Management For Osteoarthritis Prior To Joint Replacement Surgery
As the population ages, rates of knee and hip osteoarthritis (OA) are on the rise with a subsequent spike in elective total knee...
PROMIS Global Health Versions
PROMIS Global Health Overview The PROMIS Global Health is an overall evaluation of an adult (ages 18+) patient’s physical...
CMS Hospital PRICE Transparency Rule
The Basics The Hospital PRICE Transparency Rule was first implemented by Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on...
CODE Technology Selected for AAOS PROMs Vendor Program
Minneapolis, MN – June 25, 2024 – CODE Technology is excited to announce its selection for the American Academy of Orthopaedic...
TEAMing Up For Better Care: CMS’ Newest Payment Model Impacting IPPS
What is the TEAM In April of this year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a proposed update to...
Unpacking CMS Shadow Bundles
Background | Comprehensive Specialty Strategy for Bundled Payments As part of the value-based care initiatives dominating...
Government Support for Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) Programs
Government involvement in supporting Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) initiatives in the United States healthcare system...
Social Determinants of Health Tools
Tools To Measure SDoH | A Closer Look As we’ve established, there's a heightened focus on understanding and addressing social...