In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jordan Messler, Chief Medical Officer at Glytec, to discuss the Hospital Inpatient Quality-Reporting (IQR) Program and the two new glycemic management eCQMs on severe hypo and hyperglycemia. Tune in to learn more about these two new quality measurements that go into effect in January 2023, how hospitals can improve their glycemic management programs before their data is reported to the public, and the top action steps a hospital or Chief Quality Officer could take now to be ready for these measures. This episode is sponsored by Glytec.
Summary
Preparing for New Glycemic Management Quality Measures in Hospitals: Insights from Dr. Jordan Messler
Introduction
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jordan Messler, Chief Medical Officer at Glytec, to discuss the Hospital Inpatient Quality-Reporting (IQR) Program and the two new glycemic management eCQMs on severe hypo and hyperglycemia. Tune in to learn more about these two new quality measurements that go into effect in January 2023, how hospitals can improve their glycemic management programs before their data is reported to the public, and the top action steps a hospital or Chief Quality Officer could take now to be ready for these measures.
The Inpatient Quality Reporting Program
The Inpatient Quality Reporting Program is a pay for reporting quality program through CMS. Two new eClinical quality measures (eCQMs) were announced last year, which are severe hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia measures. Hospitals have had from October 2021 to January 2023 to prepare for these measures, and the data collection period begins in January 2023. The deadline to report the 2023 data is February 2024, and it will be publicly available in October 2024. These measures are elective, so hospitals can choose not to report them this first year.
Preparing for Glycemic Management eCQMs
Hospitals should begin to prepare for the upcoming glycemic management eCQMs that CMS will be rolling out in February of 2024. To do this, hospitals should evaluate their infrastructure around glycemia, make sure they have a dedicated committee and champions in place, understand the measures, assess their own data around glycemia, perform a gap analysis, and begin looking into technology solutions to help safely manage insulin in the hospital.
Structuring Glycemic Management
Structuring the process of glycemic management is important. This includes having a committee, a certified diabetes educator and understanding the measures that are needed. Standardization of care and implementation of best practices can help improve the quality of care. Technology can also help if available.
Conclusion
If you're part of a hospital team, it's time to start preparing for the new glycemic management eCQMs that will be implemented next year. By following the steps outlined by Dr. Jordan Messler and Glytec, hospitals can streamline their glycemic management programs and improve patient outcomes. If you're interested in learning more, tune in to this episode sponsored by Glytec.
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This episode aired on 09/20/2022 and can be listened here.
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