Are you Down with the QPP? You Better Be if you Want $

Are you Down with the QPP? You Better Be if you Want $ is organized by American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).

Release Date: Oct 24, 2017  
End Date: Oct 23, 2020

Accreditation:
The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  

Course Overview:
Seismic changes are rattling the Medicare physician payment world, and radiation oncologists must immediately adapt or face serious payment penalties under the new Quality Payment Program (QPP). This session will explain the basics of the QPP from experts on the program along with information and available resources to help radiation oncologists avoid penalties and get paid more under the program. The session will highlight new quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, including ASTRO resources, as well as alternative payment models that will help radiation oncologists drive more value-based cancer care while complying with the complex program requirements.

Learning Objectives:
After this session, attendees should be able to:
•Understand the Quality Payment Program rules and requirements.
•Assess available resources for participating in quality initiatives and alternative payment models that meet program requirements.
•Apply new policies and procedures to improve the safety and quality of care.