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NCQA Issues Quality Matters Newsletter

Jul 24, 2025

The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has issued its Quality Matters newsletter, which can be read below.

CQL and FHIR®: Myths, Misunderstandings and More
We distinguish fact from fiction regarding Clinical Quality Language and Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources.
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What It Takes to Scale Value-Based Care
Susan Dentzer, CEO of America's Physician Groups, outlines the skills, systems, and mindset key for change.
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A New Look for HEDIS®: Coming August 1
We’re updating HEDIS Volume 2 specifications to align with the digital quality transition.
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The Importance of Data Quality for HEDIS
NCQA is exploring the potential for automated data quality assessments.
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How to Access HEDIS National Averages
The State of Health Care Quality report is updated and available on our website.
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Heads Up: Public Comment Opens Soon

NCQA is planning a public comment period in early August.

We’ll be seeking input on:
· Physician and Hospital Quality Certification (PHQ)
· Health Equity Accreditation (HEA) and aligned updates in the following programs:
o Health Plan Accreditation (HPA)
o Managed Behavioral Healthcare Organization Accreditation (MBHO)
o Distinction in Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)
o Accreditation of Case Management for LTSS (CM-LTSS)
o Wellness and Health Promotion Accreditation/Certification (WHP)
We’ll share more details on the NCQA blog in the coming weeks, so stay tuned!
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July 30, 2025, 1:00pm (ET)

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August 11, 2025, 10:00am (ET)