For example, we finalized in the CY 2024 PFS final rule our proposal to consolidate the previously finalized Promoting Wellness and Optimizing Chronic Disease Management MVPs into a single consolidated Value in Primary Care MVP which aligns with the adult Universal Foundation core set of quality measures (88 FR 80042 through 80047)
Data indicate that expanded use of telehealth and flexibilities for the provision of MOUD during the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with improved care retention and a reduction in medically treated overdoses among Medicare beneficiaries
Nonetheless, gaps continue to persist in smokeless tobacco enforcement and cessation initiatives, especially in rural areas where its use is culturally acceptable
To do so, in accordance with the statute, for each applicable calendar quarter, CMS proposes to identify drugs and biological products with Part B average total allowed charges for a year per individual that uses such a drug or biological product below the applicable threshold
(2) The 3 most recent years prior to the start of the ACO's agreement period used in establishing the historical benchmark, when such a benchmark is used to reconcile the ACO for a performance year adjusted in accordance with paragraph (d)(1) of this section
Specifically, changes in the size of the ACO's assigned beneficiary population at the start of the ACO's current agreement period could be due to the addition and removal of ACO participants or ACO providers/suppliers in accordance with 425.118(b), a change to the ACO's beneficiary assignment methodology selection under 425.226(a)(1), or changes to the beneficiary assignment methodology specified in 42 CFR part 425, subpart E