The Rhode Island Quality Institute recognized Providence, R.I.-based University Gastroenterology as a top performing practice in CMS' Transforming Clinical Practice Initiative.
What you should know:
1. University Gastroenterology is one of the top 12 highest performing practices in the program.
2. CMS established TCPI in 2015. The program supports physician practices in their efforts to develop strategies to improve patient outcomes while cutting costs.
3. The institute recognized University Gastroenterology for its use of multiple key initiatives, its eagerness to embrace new workflows, and its successful adoption of Rhode Island's Health Information Exchange.
University Gastroenterology President Eric Berthiaume, MD, said, "The program has reinforced University Gastroenterology's commitment to reducing the costs of care, efficiently coordinating patient services, and enhancing the quality of care we provide."