Community Health, Department of; Georgia Quality Reporting Project; establish
Impact
The passage of HB 102 would mandate that submitting entities, specifically Medicaid care management organizations, submit comprehensive clinical data on a monthly basis starting January 1, 2028. This data will evaluate the treatment of opioid use disorders and assess the quality of healthcare delivery in Georgia. Moreover, the collected clinical data will eventually be integrated with claims data to generate state-level statistics and quality measures, specifically guided by recognized quality measures like HEDIS. Notably, this information collection is subject to HIPAA regulations, ensuring patient confidentiality.
Summary
House Bill 102 aims to establish the Georgia Quality Reporting Project (GQRP) within the Department of Community Health. This initiative is intended to facilitate the collection and processing of clinical data to enhance the quality of healthcare services, particularly focusing on opioid use disorder treatment. By systematically gathering and analyzing relevant data, the bill seeks to improve overall healthcare quality, reduce medical costs for citizens of Georgia, and promote clinical research within the state. These goals align with the overarching objective of improving healthcare outcomes for residents.
Contention
While the bill has potential benefits, there may be contention surrounding the imposition of penalties for non-compliance with data submission requirements. Organizations failing to report data as mandated could incur fines not exceeding $1,000 per day. There may also be concerns regarding the administrative burden on healthcare providers and the implications for their operational practices. Such penalties could spark debates about the balance between ensuring compliance for improved healthcare outcomes and the financial strain on providers, which may impact their participation in Medicaid programs.
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An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Program Review And Investigations Committee Concerning The Postponement Of Program Termination Dates In The Sunset Law.