Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI) Information

For complete information and to view an updated list of frequently asked questions, visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) PQRI web site.

AUA Resources (urology-specific)

• Specifications 2008 overview
• Perioperative/ postoperative specifications 2008
• Incontinence specifications 2008
• Prostate cancer specifications 2008
• Tobacco use specifications 2008
• Health information technology specifications 2008

• Helpful tools for PQRI:
  - CMS Implementation flow chart
  - AUA flow charts for urology measures
  - Quick reference for perioperative and incontinence codes
  - Sample order forms and questionnaires
     - Physician Orders and Incontinence Measure Worksheet
     - Generic Medicare PQRI Quality Code Reporting for Urinary Incontinence
     - Generic Urinary Incontinence Care Plan
     - Generic Urinary Incontinence Assessment Sheet
  - Sample CMS 1500 Forms
  - Frequently Asked Questions

• Making the Most of Pay For Performance webinar transcript

American Medical Association (AMA) Resources

• AMA PQRI 2008 Information (data collection sheets, descriptions, specifications)
• AMA PQRI 2007 Information (data collection sheets, descriptions, specifications)

American College of Surgeons (ACS) Resources (all surgical measures)