Under the QE program, Avalere gained access to patient-level data for Medicare Parts A, B and D beneficiaries. Organizations meeting specific performance measurement, data management, security and data volume requirements receive CMS approval to become a QE.
Avalere said the data can help providers understand patient populations, benchmark performance, evaluate bundled payment programs and establish alternative payment models.
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