NCQA Issues Quality Matters Newsletter Jun 26, 2025 The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has issued its Quality Matters newsletter, which can be read below.A New Approach to an Old Problem: TobaccoA new HEDIS® measure modernizes tobacco use screening and efforts to help users quit.Listen NowDefining a Quality Framework for CKM SyndromeNCQA convened a panel of experts to brainstorm strategies and solutions.Learn MoreHighlights From Our Fireside Chat: Dr. Joseph BetancourtThe Commonwealth Fund President explains what’s holding U.S. health care back, and how to move forward.Learn MoreLung Cancer Screening Measure: What’s Next?Get the latest updates on our potential Lung Cancer Screening HEDIS measure.Learn MoreA New Direction for NCQA’s Industry CouncilNCQA appoints co-chairs to guide the Industry Council: Rebecca Jacobson and Siew Lee Grand-Clément.Learn More Upcoming Webinars—Register Today!NCQA Utilization Management Standards: Key Updates and ImpactsJuly 9, 2025, 1:00 pm (ET)Health Innovation Summit Lunch and LearnJuly 23, 2025, 1:00 pm (ET)Improving Asthma Outcomes: Measures and Care ModelsJuly 23, 2025, 3:00 pm (ET)