Does a medication list in the discharge summary for the inpatient discharge meet the numerator criteria for the MRP measure?
Resolution: No. The intent of the measure is that the medication list be reviewed by an outpatient provider; therefore, a medication list reviewed in an inpatient setting does not meet the numerator criteria. Documentation of medications in the outpatient setting (e.g., a discharge summary in the outpatient chart) meets the numerator criteria for this measure. EoCMedicat Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge Question: The October Update stated that the denominator is based on the discharge date found in administrative/claims data, and that date must be used, regardless of any subsequent data errors or corrections found during medical record review. A December 15 FAQ stated the Update edit was not intended to limit documentation on readmissions or transfers. These statements seem contradictory; please clarify. Resolution: In response to numerous PCS questions and additional comments from organizations and HEDIS Compliance Auditors, NCQA is rescinding the December 15 FAQ. The organiza
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