What does PQRS stand for in the Medicare reimbursement program?

PQRS stands for Physician Quality Reporting System. This program was initiated by Medicare to encourage healthcare providers to report information on the quality of care they provide to patients. By participating in PQRS, physicians could earn incentive payments from Medicare and help ensure that their practices are being evaluated based on the quality of care delivered rather than just the volume of services provided. This system aimed to promote transparency and improve patient care by holding providers accountable for their performance in specific quality measures.

The other options do not accurately reflect the purpose or structure of this program, which specifically emphasizes quality reporting by physicians rather than incorporating risk scores, reviews, or standards associated directly with patients themselves.