A report from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services indicates that more providers are taking part in the Physician Quality Reporting System and electronic prescribing is rising.

A new HL7 Immunization User Group will offer members access to industry experts and peers for help with resolving challenges related to implementing HL7 immunization standards.

Updated specifications for the eligible hospital 2014 clinical quality measures (eCQMs) finalized in Meaningful Use Stage 2 of the EHR incentive program are now available on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website.  

Participation in the Physician Quality Reporting System and electronic prescribing is rising, according to a report published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

The National Committee for Quality Assurance named the recipients of its 2014 Health Quality Awards, which will be presented formally on April 2 in Washington, D.C.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology launched the first comprehensive centralized data repository specifically focused on eye diseases and conditions.

A new initiative launched by the New York Genome Center and IBM Watson will test a unique prototype designed specifically for genomic research as a tool to help oncologists deliver more personalized care to cancer patients.

Quality information is essential for a competitive marketplace and for consumers to make informed decisions on care. A panel delved into the current state of quality measures and their role in the healthcare market during the Federal Trade Commission’s public workshop, “Examining Health Care Competition” on March 21.