May 29, 2024
The updated methodology for our Physician Efficiency, Appropriateness, and QualitySM program is now available on our PEAQ page. The methodology explains how PEAQ evaluates physician performance.
What’s New
We regularly evaluate PEAQ’s three components (efficiency, appropriateness and quality) and refine the methodology based on new clinical data and input from practicing physicians. The updated methodology includes:
- New details on efficiency measurements
- New specialties (general surgery and otolaryngology)
How It’s Used
The updated methodology is the foundation for future Physician Performance Insights reports. PPI reports show how physicians compare to their peers and include information on improving performance. Provider Finder® includes summaries of performance ratings from PPI reports to help our members make informed care decisions.
PPI reports are available in Availity® Essentials. If you don’t yet have an Availity account, register here.
For more details about PEAQ, visit our PEAQ page or email our PEAQ Inquiries team.
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