NCQA Receives Authority to Review Medicare Advantage PPOs
“Medicare‘s deeming program provides real value to the health care system, by streamlining the review process for health plans that have demonstrated their commitment and ability to deliver quality care,” said NCQA President Margaret E. O’Kane. “We’re pleased to continue this vital public-private partnership with CMS and our Accredited plans.”
“Our partnership with NCQA over the past four years has helped to ensure that Medicare Advantage managed care plans provide their enrollees with appropriate care and the high level of service they deserve.” said CMS Administrator Mark McClellan, M.D., Ph.D. “Medicare beneficiaries in PPOs will now have the same benefits through our expanded collaboration with NCQA.”
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