Which statement describes a Quality Improvement Organization (QIO)?

Which statement describes a Quality Improvement Organization (QIO)?

• A. It certifies hospitals' accreditation.
• B. It funds private hospital networks.
• C. It is a group of health quality experts organized to improve care delivered to Medicare beneficiaries
• D. It is a national body that accredits hospitals

Answer: (C)

A Quality Improvement Organization is a group of health quality experts organized to improve care delivered to Medicare beneficiaries. These organizations are contracted by CMS to lead and support efforts that raise the quality of care across providers and settings. They analyze data to find gaps, provide technical assistance and education to clinicians and hospitals, and work on patient safety and care coordination to improve outcomes for people on Medicare. They don’t certify hospitals, fund private hospital networks, or act as the national hospital accrediting body.

A Quality Improvement Organization is a group of health quality experts organized to improve care delivered to Medicare beneficiaries. These organizations are contracted by CMS to lead and support efforts that raise the quality of care across providers and settings. They analyze data to find gaps, provide technical assistance and education to clinicians and hospitals, and work on patient safety and care coordination to improve outcomes for people on Medicare. They don’t certify hospitals, fund private hospital networks, or act as the national hospital accrediting body.