ABQAURP News March 2024
Health Care News: CMS Releases Proposed 2026 Payment Policy Updates for Medicare Advantage and Part D ProgramsThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D Advance Notice for 2026. Read more.  23.6 million people have signed up for ACA coverage during open enrollment: CMSThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) reported that nearly 24 million people, a record number, have enrolled in health care plans offered through the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) marketplace during the 2025 open enrollment period. Read more.
HHS proposes HIPAA update to boost health care cybersecurity ABQAURP 2025 Member Referral Program – Spread the Word on Quality! Referrals are the number one source of new ABQAURP Members!
Refer your colleagues and save! ABQAURP rewards existing members who recruit new members and will credit your account $25.00 for each referral you submit that joins as a Professional Member, Corporate Member, Joint Provider, applies for the HCQM Exam or the Advanced Physician Advisor Certification Exam. The member who recruits the most will receive a “Member Spotlight” on the home page of ABQAURP’s website, one complimentary 2026 annual conference registration, and win $500!* The prize will be awarded at the Annual Conference. A complimentary conference registration will be provided to the winner to attend. ABQAURP is not responsible for travel or hotel costs. *The prize is awarded as a $500 Visa gift card. If the winner is unable to attend conference, the prize will be awarded as a $500 credit on your ABQAURP account for future use. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your association’s goals and save money on your annual dues! ABQAURP is Pleased to Announce the Achievement of Joint Accreditation with Commendation Provider Status! ABQAURP has been granted six years as a Jointly Accredited Provider with Commendation. In support of improving patient care, ABQAURP is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Accreditation Program (ANCC). ABQAURP is committed to providing continuing education to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of health care delivered to patients, improving the overall clinical outcome. We welcome applications for joint providership of your educational activities. Attention Diplomates – Recertification Reminder
Attention Diplomates! Recertify now and avoid delays! We recommend completing your recertification early in your cycle instead of waiting until the deadline to recertify. Diplomates are required to complete a minimum of 8 CME / CE credit hours of applicable continuing education every two years and remain current with all account balances. ABQAURP’s Center for Education provides high-quality educational activities including ABQAURP’s Annual Conferences on-demand, complimentary courses and more! Learn new skills and strategies from the comfort and convenience of your own home or office. Applicable online course credits automatically apply toward Diplomate recertification or certification exam eligibility requirements. Membership Dues Reminder
If you have not done so already, please pay your 2025 member dues online now! ABQAURP is grateful for your membership and ongoing support of our shared goal to improve the quality of health care provided to patients. We recommend paying your membership dues online through our secure payment system. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Membership Services at (800) 998-6030. ABQAURP does not engage in lobbying; 0% of your membership dues are allocated for lobbying activities. Registration is Open to Attend ABQAURP’s 48th Annual Conference
Early Registration Discount! Save 10% on your conference registration with promo code 25EARLYN by March 31, 2025! Join us September 11-12, 2025, at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, FL, as we discuss “Partnering for Success: Quality-Focused Collaboration in Health Care”. Make your hotel reservations online here or by calling Reservations at (727) 595-1611. Identify yourself as an ABQAURP attendee to receive our special room rate of $219/single or double occupancy, by August 15, 2025. Rooms in this block are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Why Attendees Value ABQAURP’s Annual Conference “Quality speakers with excellent, relevant topics and engaging conversations.” “It was a very comprehensive conference. I had an opportunity to meet with a lot of administrative leaders and understand how the health care industry works.” Earn the credential of Certified Advanced Physician Advisor – CPHYADV!
Now Accepting Applications! Early registration discount: Save $75 by March 31, 2025 with promo code EARLY25N The Advanced Physician Advisor certification exam was developed by a team of expert Physician Advisors with the goal to elevate the skills of all Physician Advisors. The certification exam is designed to validate the knowledge of the Advanced Physician Advisor. Testing not only the basics, but practical application of concepts and skills used in everyday practice. The Advanced Physician Advisor board certification enhances the credibility of the physician advisor practicing today in health systems, hospitals, and ancillary facilities. Based on our 48 years of certification expertise, this psychometrically validated board certification was developed under the guidance of a diverse panel of experienced physician advisor subject matter experts and Certification Management Services (CMS) to ensure a valid, credible certification exam. With well-defined topics identified through a robust competency analysis, the certification exam blueprint and exam items were written by a team of experts serving in a variety of Physician Advisor roles throughout the country. Candidates who successfully complete the advanced board certification exam will earn the credential of Certified Advanced Physician Advisor (CPHYADV). Earning this credential leverages Physician Advisors for professional opportunities and allows you to stand out amongst your peers. Applications are being accepted now, and testing begins on March 1, 2025. The 2025 Exam Window is open March 1 through September 30, 2025. Register by March 31st and save $75 with promo code EARLY25N. Submit your application now to reserve your preferred testing time and location. Test in-person at a Meazure Learning Test Center or test remotely via the MonitorEDU remote proctoring system. MonitorEDU allows you to test safely, reliably, securely, at any time, and from any location, through a proven remote online assessment platform. Health Care Quality Management Certification Exam – Now Accepting Applications!
Health care professionals certified in Health Care Quality and Management (HCQM) have shown their commitment and specialized focus in quality care and patient safety that distinguishes them from their colleagues. HCQM Certification demonstrates that ABQAURP Diplomates have the practical knowledge to reduce medical errors, ensure patient safety, eliminate waste and unnecessary services, while avoiding potentially harmful delays in care. Certification verifies to internal and external entities that you, your group practice, or hospital is accountable. The result is a safer, more efficient and cost-effective system that better satisfies the needs of patients, providers, purchasers, and payers. Professionals who have achieved certification in HCQM are committed to patient safety, health care quality, and effective care. Those certified in HCQM demonstrate their superior ability to critically evaluate industry literature, identify evidence-based best practices, and make recommendations that balance appropriateness of health care services with cost and quality. Applications for HCQM Exam are being accepted now, and testing begins on March 1, 2025. The 2025 Exam Window is open March 1 through September 30, 2025. Register by March 31st and save $75 with promo code EARLY25N. Submit your application now to reserve your preferred testing time and location. Test in-person at a Meazure Learning Test Center or test remotely via the MonitorEDU remote proctoring system. MonitorEDU allows you to test safely, reliably, securely, at any time, and from any location, through a proven remote online assessment platform. Learn more and apply here. Sub-Specialty Certifications are available in the following categories:
Prepare Now with the Core Body of Knowledge (CBK) Online Course!
This course is intended for Physicians of all specialties, Nurses, and other Health Care Professionals with appropriate CME / CE credit offered for each profession. In the CBK Online Course, you will learn the basics of health care quality, risk management, accreditation, and patient safety, including:
ABQAURP is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. ABQAURP designates this enduring material for a maximum of 26 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ABQAURP is an approved provider of continuing education for nurses. This activity is designated for 26 contact hours through the Florida Board of Nursing, Provider #50-94. View details and order course here. Corporate Membership Opportunity
How can your organization partner with ABQAURP? Join as a Corporate Member! Corporate Membership with ABQAURP gives your organization exposure to over 79,000 leaders within the health care quality industry and with ABQAURP’s members. As a Corporate Member, your company receives access to resources that strengthens your industry network and builds your reach to international health care quality leaders and key decision-makers. ABQAURP’s membership is comprised of 80% physicians and 20% nurses and other interprofessional members of the health care team. The target audience consists of professionals in the following positions: Physician Advisors, CMOs, CNOs, CEOs, Medical Directors, Hospitalists, Executive Officers, Risk Managers, Case Managers, Quality and Utilization Directors, and Clinical Documentation Specialists.
Show your organization’s commitment to quality and safety by becoming a Corporate Member today! Corporate Membership benefits include an exhibit booth at ABQAURP’s 48th Annual Conference taking place September 11 – 12, 2025, at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Learn more about Corporate Membership here. Join ABQAURP as a Professional Member! Membership is open to all health care professionals, including those in clinical and health care managerial roles.
Be recognized for your commitment to quality health care! ABQAURP has led the health care quality movement for over 48 years and has grown to become a premier professional association providing board certification in Health Care Quality & Management (HCQM) and Advanced Physician Advisor Certifications, ACCME-accredited continuing medical education, and membership to health care professionals worldwide. View a compiled list of organizations that recognize, prefer, or require HCQM Certification and/org Advanced Physician Advisor Certification when seeking new employees. Professional Membership benefits include:
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