1stAscent PQRS Registry System Features

Features that set 1stAscent apart make it the smart—and easy—choice.

NetHealth works with thousands of clinicians, numerous professional groups, associations and colleges in the design and launch of customized programs. We have engineered the insights of hundreds of programs, and thousands of clinician interactions, into these eight features:

  1. The CMS-accepted reporting method is built-in to the system and includes data validation checks to ensure that your submission will be received without error.
  2. 1stAscent was designed with busy clinicians and staff in mind. The system is easy to use and intuitive.
  3. 1stAscent offers a low submission fee and generous discounts for group practices of 5 or more.
  4. 1stAscent is fully supported by NetHealth, an acknowledged leader in clinical data system development. System operation will perform consistently—from your first chart to your last.
  5. Unlike other registries, 1stAscent provides essential feedback on practice information in real-time, as it is entered. You receive a useful analysis within moments of entering your clinical data, and a comprehensive report once you're finished.
  6. 1stAscent alerts you on how to improve specific performance ratings, helping to ensure that you are eligible for incentive payment.
  7. Multiple measures groups and specifically designed flexible measures sets are available to choose from, allowing you to choose the most applicable measures.
  8. For years, 1stAscent has been the system of choice of leading organizations in several clinical fields.
  9. Contact us at 610.590.2229 or 1stAscentPQRS@nethealthinc.com to learn more and get started.

PQRS Details

2012 Physician Quality Reporting System Details

For your convenience, 1stAscent offers two options for data entry: you can start entering information and chart data directly, returning at any time to your online account to complete the process, OR you can download and print the data entry form, record patient chart information on a hard copy, and enter the information all at once– just be sure to complete the data entry by February 15th, 2013.

IMPORTANT REMINDER:

Participants can delegate chart abstraction and other data entry to a staff member, but must sign the online attestation statement confirming that the data entered is accurate and complete.

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