EQUIPP® Refresh Notice - January 15, 2022
Performance Data Date Range
The latest dataset was made available in EQUIPP® as of January 15, 2022. This dataset now includes 6-month performance information based off of prescription drug claims from June 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021.
YTD Date Range: January 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Both measurement periods will display the same performance data for this refresh.
Influenza Immunization Date Range:
June 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021
Influenza Performance Update:
The Influenza Vaccination measure is now available. The data will reflect immunizations provided between June 1, 2021 and March 31, 2022. This performance data available is anticipated to resume and will be hosted by the Humana Quality Network.
The latest CDC flu report shows seasonal influenza activity in the United States is increasing, including indicators that track hospitalizations. The amount of activity varies by region.
Current Influenza Immunization performance data date range: June 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
For more Immunization Measure information including an educational video and user
guide, please visit our website at https://www.pharmacyquality.com/immunizations/
PQS Trend Report for 2021 Focuses on COVID-19’s Impact on Pharmacy Claims and Community Pharmacy Access
Download the latest Industry Trend Report in Pharmacy Quality to read how the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) likely factored into the impact on prescription claim utilization and access to community pharmacies throughout last year.
AJMC Publishes “Medicare Advantage-Pharmacy Partnership Improves Influenza and Pneumococcal Vaccination Rates”
The October 2021 edition of the American Journal for Managed Care (AJMC) features an article co-authored by Nick Dorich, PharmD, PQS Senior Manager, Pharmacy Accounts.
The article details how a collaborative effort between a Medicare Advantage and prescription drug (MAPD) plan and community pharmacies raised vaccination rates for pneumonia and influenza via measure hosting within EQUIPP®.
PQS and TRC Healthcare Offer Continuing Education Credit through the Quality Corner Show Podcast
As we get closer to the holiday season, it is great time to knock out some continuing education (CE) credit. PQS and TRC Healthcare have teamed up to offer six podcast episodes that qualify for CE credit.
There are currently four episodes available.
PQS Quality Corner Show Podcast
Quality Corner Show Podcast Highlights Diabetes Specific Episodes
Recent December episodes of the QC Show are available to listen using the links below:
Quality Corner Show Tackles the Biggest EQUIPP® Questions of 2021
The PQS Quality Corner Show podcast focuses on everything quality in the world of pharmacy and patient care. The series is available through all major podcast platforms. Visit https://pharmacyquality.buzzsprout.com/ or via the PQS website.
More EQUIPP® Webinars are Coming!
Don't worry if you missed our latest webinar! PQS will continue hosting EQUIPP® webinars. Keep an eye on your inbox for emails for our next event and how to register.
Quality Improvement Table for Pharmacies
Reminder: Access the Quality Improvement Program Table for each measure by clicking on the "Analyze Performance" button found beneath each performance score.
This table is found at the very bottom of the screen as you scroll down and displays program specific scores and details - including program goals, pharmacy performance percentile rank and program details (further details are found by hovering over the question mark icon next to the program name).