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QCDR is defined as "Qualified Clinical Data Registry"

By definition, a QCDR is a CMS-approved entity (such as a registry, certification board, collaborative, etc.) that collects medical and/or clinical data for the purpose of patient and disease tracking to foster improvement in the quality of care furnished to patients.

Data submitted to CMS via a QCDR cover quality measures across multiple payers and is not limited to Medicare beneficiaries. A QCDR is different from a qualified registry in that it is not limited to current measures within PQRS. In 2014, a QCDR may include a maximum of 20 “non-PQRS” measures. Review this document for more information on QCDR satisfactory participation requirements.

Under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule, eligible professionals will be able to meet the PQRS quality reporting requirements by participating in a QCDR.