EQUIPP® Refresh Notice -August 16, 2022
Performance Data Date Range
The latest dataset was made available in EQUIPP® as of August 16, 2022. This dataset now includes 6-month performance information based off of prescription drug claims from January 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022.
YTD Date Range: January 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
NOTE: This EQUIPP® refresh will display the same data for both the Year-to-Date and Rolling 6-Month measurement periods.
What's New to EQUIPP®?
EQUIPP® PLATFORM: With new EQUIPP® launching this fall, we have updated our educational resources to capture changes to the platform.
- Access the New Resource Materials Section for educational digital downloads in the forms of PDFs and videos or visit our PQS Support Site and click on the EQUIPP® Resources button.
- Updates for the new platform will be posted in the EQUIPP® refresh notices.
- Visit the EQUIPP® EVOLUTION page to learn more about the new features.
As always, if you have any questions regarding EQUIPP®, please email us at support@pharmacyquality.com.
WEBINAR NEWS: Our previous webinars from June and July 2022 have now been added to the New Resource Materials Section. Our next EQUIPP® Webinar is slated for August 31, 2022 at 2 pm ET. Please sign up here. Spots are limited, so register early!
Influenza Performance Update:
The Influenza Vaccination measures is now available in EQUIPP® and will be tracked through the 2022-2023 flu season, with a final measurement date ending March 31, 2023. This performance data available is now available with the August EQUIPP refresh and has performance data for the Humana Quality Network.
Current Influenza Immunization performance data date range:
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
For more Immunization Measure information, please visit our immunization page of our website.
NEW EQUIPP® PLATFORM FAQs
We know that you may have some questions on the new platform and when you can start using the new dashboard. Here are answers to a few commonly asked questions:
Q: Why is EQUIPP® changing?
A: We’ve taken feedback from our users to create a new and improved platform, redesigned to provide a better user experience to enable a more proactive approach to quality improvement.
Q: Do I (as a current user) need to do anything to get on the new EQUIPP®?
A: EQUIPP® users do not need to take any steps at this time. Please continue to access the EQUIPP® dashboard the way that you do today, until general availability of the new platform later this year. Our EQUIPP® refresh notices will keep you updated with a timeline over the next few months of when the new version of EQUIPP® will be available to all users.
Q: How do I get access to the new version of EQUIPP®?
A: PQS, or your corporate / central pharmacy organization, will notify you when you can access the new platform. During the transition to the new EQUIPP®, you will receive user access instructions from our team.
Q: Where can I find out more information?
A: Updates regarding the new platform will be posted in future EQUIPP® refresh notices. You can also visit https://www.pharmacyquality.com/equippevolution to learn more about the new features. As always, if you have any questions regarding EQUIPP®, please email us at support@pharmacyquality.com.
Influenza Performance Update:
Reporting for the 2022 – 2023 Immunization Period is expected to resume with the August 2022 EQUIPP® refresh. Reporting for prior reporting periods, including the 2021 – 2022 Immunization Period are still available in the Performance Data Date Range dropdown.
NEW! PQS Summary of Pharmacy/Medication-Related Updates in the CY2023 Rate Announcement
PQS has summarized the Calendar Year 2023 Advance Notice Rate Announcement as it pertains to pharmacy and medication-related updates. It is now available for download.
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.