--- title: Blog – The Healthmonix Advisor | Health IT description: Health IT | The Healthmonix Advisor - A Blog for healthcare professionals, health systems, and hospitals --- ![logo-light](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/logo-light.png "logo-light") - [Who we help](https://healthmonix.com/who-we-help/) - [Overview](https://healthmonix.com/who-we-help/) - [ACOs](https://healthmonix.com/acos/) - [Health systems](https://healthmonix.com/health-system/) - [Healthcare technology](https://healthmonix.com/healthcare-technology/) - [Physician practices](https://healthmonix.com/physician-practice/) - [Health system VPs](https://healthmonix.com/health-system-vice-presidents/) - [Chief financial officers](https://healthmonix.com/chief-financial-officers/) - [Chief medical officers](https://healthmonix.com/chief-medical-officers/) - [Chief quality officers](https://healthmonix.com/chief-quality-officers/) - [ACO executive directors](https://healthmonix.com/aco-executive-directors/) - [Solutions](https://healthmonix.com/prism/) - [MIPSpro](https://healthmonix.com/product/mips-pro/) - [Cost](https://healthmonix.com/product/cost/) - [ACO Impact](https://healthmonix.com/product/aco-impact/) - [Analytics](https://healthmonix.com/product/analytics/) - [Ambulatory Specialty Model](https://healthmonix.com/ambulatory-specialty-model-asm/) - [TEAM](https://healthmonix.com/team-program/) - [HealthConnect](https://healthmonix.com/health-connect/) - [Data integration](https://healthmonix.com/dataintegration/) - [Consulting](https://healthmonix.com/consulting-services/) - [Score optimization](https://healthmonix.com/score-optimization/) - [Patient matching](https://healthmonix.com/patient-deduplication-and-matching/) - [Outcomes](https://healthmonix.com/outcomes/) - [Company](https://healthmonix.com/company/) - [Our story](https://healthmonix.com/company/) - [Team](https://healthmonix.com/team/) - [Careers](https://healthmonix.com/healthmonix-careers/) - [Resources](https://healthmonix.com/resources/) - [Help and support](https://healthmonix.com/customer-support/) - [Healthmonix Advisor](https://blog.healthmonix.com/) - [Webinars](https://healthmonix.com/our-webinars/) - [Educational resources](https://healthmonix.com/mips-education/) - [Help and support](https://healthmonix.com/customer-support/) - [Contact us](https://healthmonix.com/contact-us/) - [Measures](https://healthmonix.com/mips-measures/) - [Quality](https://healthmonix.com/mips-measures/mips-quality-measures/) - [CMS specialty sets](https://healthmonix.com/cms-mips-specialty-measure-sets/) - [Promoting Interoperability](https://healthmonix.com/mips-measures/mips-promoting-interoperability-measures/) - [Improvement Activities](https://healthmonix.com/mips-measures/mips-improvement-activities/) - [Cost](https://healthmonix.com/mips-measures/mips-cost-performance-category/) - [Log in](https://healthmonix.com/login/) # Healthmonix Advisor ## [Transforming primary care: Inside the Making Care Primary (MCP) model](https://blog.healthmonix.com/making-care-primary-model-explained) Posted by [Lauren Patrick](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/lauren-patrick) on December 19, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/2025-1.png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/making-care-primary-model-explained) The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) have introduced the Making Care Primary (MCP) model, a new initiative aimed at transforming primary care delivery through value-based care.    The MCP model, announced June 8, 2023, is a 10.5-year multi-payer partnership launched July 1, 2024. This voluntary model aims to improve care management and care coordination while addressing patients' health-related social needs.  [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/making-care-primary-model-explained) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/making-care-primary-model-explained#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [Elevating data security with HITRUST certification, HIPAA compliance, and employee awareness](https://blog.healthmonix.com/why-data-security-matters) Posted by [Eduardo Chavero](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/eduardo-chavero) on November 19, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/2025.png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/why-data-security-matters) In today’s digital healthcare world, data security isn’t optional; it’s essential. At Healthmonix, we’ve built a secure SAS application backed by HITRUST certification, HIPAA compliance, adherence to NIST standards, and a culture of security awareness that reaches all employees.  [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/why-data-security-matters) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/why-data-security-matters#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [Why should I report a QCDR measure?](https://blog.healthmonix.com/qcdr-vs-mips-specialized-reporting-for-higher-scores) Posted by [Tara Kalra](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/tara-kalra) on November 13, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/2025%20(3).png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/qcdr-vs-mips-specialized-reporting-for-higher-scores) Why should I report a QCDR? This question arises for many providers who want to report MIPS measures but can’t find ones that represent their patient population.This challenge is most prevalent for specialists, leading to the creation of Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) measures.  [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/qcdr-vs-mips-specialized-reporting-for-higher-scores) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/qcdr-vs-mips-specialized-reporting-for-higher-scores#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [2025 PFS Final Rule initial takeaways](https://blog.healthmonix.com/2025-pfs-final-rule-insights) Posted by [Stephen Miller](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/stephen-miller) on November 8, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/2025%20(1).png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/2025-pfs-final-rule-insights) While many people on the East Coast were shifting into weekend mode Friday evening, CMS released the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule.   How will the 2025 PFS Final Rule affect our customers at Healthmonix? These are our initial impressions.   [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/2025-pfs-final-rule-insights) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/2025-pfs-final-rule-insights#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [Attending NAACOS: Insights and innovations shaping the future of ACOs](https://blog.healthmonix.com/naacos-2024-fall-conference) Posted by [Mike Lewis](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/mike-lewis) on November 1, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/laurens%20blog%20(3).png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/naacos-2024-fall-conference) Attending the National Association of Accountable Care Organizations (NAACOS) conference is always an invigorating experience, packed with knowledge-sharing, networking, and a look into the future of ACOs. Twice a year, I’m given the opportunity to learn from leaders, experts, and passionate advocates as they discuss the latest trends, breakthroughs, and challenges in ACOs.   Following the event, I reached out to some of our customers and partners to capture their biggest takeaways.  [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/naacos-2024-fall-conference) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/naacos-2024-fall-conference#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [HLTH 2024: Everything health!](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hlth-2024-conference) Posted by [Lauren Patrick](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/lauren-patrick) on October 31, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/laurens%20blog%20(1).png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hlth-2024-conference) This year’s HLTH 2024 conference delivered on its promise to push the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare. It was a chance to connect with peers, challenge the status quo, and dig into the trends that will reshape our industry. From the innovative — but so needed — concept of socially prescribed care to the potential ripple effects of the upcoming election, HLTH 2024 was a window into a rapidly changing landscape. Here’s what stood out to me. [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hlth-2024-conference) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hlth-2024-conference#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [Introducing the new Healthmonix: Redefining healthcare solutions](https://blog.healthmonix.com/introducing-the-new-healthmonix-redefining-healthcare-solutions) Posted by [Savannah Vasquez](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/savannah-vasquez) on May 8, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/website%20launch%20%20(2)-1.png)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/introducing-the-new-healthmonix-redefining-healthcare-solutions) We’re excited to unveil Healthmonix’s evolution through our strategic rebranding, a journey we began sharing several months ago. We’re ready to share details about what this transformation means for us and for the healthcare providers we serve.  Our rebranding reflects our broader commitment to offering comprehensive solutions that empower providers to thrive in value-based care programs. This transformation isn’t only about enhancing patient outcomes but also increasing the efficiency of healthcare delivery.    [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/introducing-the-new-healthmonix-redefining-healthcare-solutions) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/introducing-the-new-healthmonix-redefining-healthcare-solutions#comments-listing) Topics: [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it) ## [CMS relaxes more rules around telehealth, allowing healthcare across state lines](https://blog.healthmonix.com/cms-relaxes-more-rules-around-telehealth-allowing-healthcare-across-state-lines) Posted by [Lauren Patrick](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/lauren-patrick) on April 14, 2020 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1228571512%20-%20telehealth%20small.jpg)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/cms-relaxes-more-rules-around-telehealth-allowing-healthcare-across-state-lines) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) continues to relax regulations to enable hospitals, clinics and other providers to boost their front-line medical staff during the COVID-19  pandemic. This pandemic has created an urgency for expansion of the use of virtual healthcare to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. It has also created a need to relax practice restrictions and allow more flexible care practices to meet the needs of patients. [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/cms-relaxes-more-rules-around-telehealth-allowing-healthcare-across-state-lines) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/cms-relaxes-more-rules-around-telehealth-allowing-healthcare-across-state-lines#comments-listing) Topics: [CMS](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/cms), [Interoperability](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/interoperability), [Industry insights](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/industry-insights), [Policy](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/policy), [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it), [VBC](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/vbc), [COVID-19](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/covid-19) ## [Streamlining MIPS Reporting When Using Data from Multiple Sources](https://blog.healthmonix.com/case-study-streamlining-mips-reporting-when-using-data-from-multiple-sources) Posted by [Christina Zink](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/christina-zink) on May 10, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/Stock%20Images%201200%20x%20628/2019/correct-diverse-diversity-1282270.jpg)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/case-study-streamlining-mips-reporting-when-using-data-from-multiple-sources) Health systems face a unique challenge when navigating the CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). All currently available options to comply with the QPP require the submission of some form of clinical quality measures. With multiple specialties and often multiple sources for tracking billing and clinical data, aggregating all available data in a coherent, efficient, and centralized way can seem nearly impossible for the average health system. This **case study** demonstrates how MIPSPRO assisted one of their health system clients by streamlining their quality reporting process. [Read More](https://blog.healthmonix.com/case-study-streamlining-mips-reporting-when-using-data-from-multiple-sources) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.healthmonix.com/case-study-streamlining-mips-reporting-when-using-data-from-multiple-sources#comments-listing) Topics: [PRO Tips](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/pro-tips), [MACRA & MIPS](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/macra-mips), [Interoperability](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/interoperability), [Healthmonix](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/healthmonix), [Health IT](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/health-it), [Hospitals & Health Systems](https://blog.healthmonix.com/topic/hospitals-health-systems) ## [CMS Announces $1M Artificial Intelligence (AI) Health Outcomes Challenge](https://blog.healthmonix.com/cms-announces-1m-artificial-intelligence-ai-health-outcomes-challenge) Posted by [Christina Zink](https://blog.healthmonix.com/author/christina-zink) on March 28, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.healthmonix.com/hubfs/Stock%20Images%201200%20x%20628/2019/rawpixel-760103-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.healthmonix.com/cms-announces-1m-artificial-intelligence-ai-health-outcomes-challenge) The future is here! This Wednesday, the CMS Innovation Center, in collaboration with the American Academy of Physicians and the Laura and John Arnold Foundation, [announced](https://innovation.cms.gov/Files/x/aichallenge-pubnotice.pdf) the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Health Outcomes Challenge to predict unplanned hospital and skilled nursing facility admissions and adverse events. 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