CMS QIN-QIO

Advancing Healthcare Quality through Technology in Outpatient Clinical Practices
2026-04-08 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Online via WebEx
Is your practice implementing, upgrading, or working to fully leverage your electronic health record (EHR)? Join us for an informative webinar designed to provide practical insights and introduce no‑cost support tailored to your specific needs and priorities.
As a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)-designated Quality Innovation Network–Quality Improvement Organization (QIN-QIO), we offer hands‑on technical assistance to help outpatient providers optimize health information technology (health IT), meet interoperability requirements, and reduce administrative burden.
Attend this session to learn more about how the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic CMS QIN-QIO (Regions 1 and 2) program can help you:

Optimize EHR configuration to reduce burden and improve usability and performance
Strengthen interoperability and connections to Health Information Exchanges (HIEs)
Prepare for emerging requirements, including the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA)
Ensure your systems support quality reporting and programs like the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)

REGISTER

IP3 Office Hours
2026-04-09 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-16 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-23 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-30 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-07 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-14 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-28 11:30 - 12:00 and 4 more dates | Online via WebEx
Join us each Thursday for IP3 Peer-to-Peer Sharing Call Office Hours, a friendly, collaborative forum where infection prevention professionals can talk through challenges, share practical solutions, and learn from colleagues’ experiences. Each week offers a chance to exchange perspectives, explore questions, and connect with peers in a supportive setting.

Every Thursday

11:30 a.m.
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Advance Nursing Home Outcomes with the CMS Quality Program
2026-04-15 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via WebEx
The CMS Quality Improvement Program offers no-cost, tailored support to help nursing homes improve quality, reduce burden, and strengthen outcomes. IPRO, along with collaborators Qlarant and Healthcentric Advisors, is proud to deliver this work and resume support across the Northeast. Select nursing homes will be invited to participate and gain access to:
• Data insights to target improvement
• Evidence-based strategies aligned to CMS priorities
• Expert technical assistance
• Peer learning opportunities
REGISTER
Can’t make this date? Join us for another session:

April 17 | 11:00 – 11:30 AM

Advance Hospital Outcomes with the CMS Quality Program
2026-04-16 12:30 - 13:00 | Online via WebEx
The CMS Quality Improvement Program offers no-cost, tailored support to help hospitals improve quality, reduce harm, and strengthen outcomes. IPRO, along with collaborators Qlarant and Healthcentric Advisors, is proud to deliver this work and resume support across the Northeast.
Your hospital has been identified for potential participation and is eligible to receive:

Data-driven insights to reduce readmissions and avoidable utilization
Evidence-based strategies to improve patient safety and outcomes
Expert technical assistance aligned to your hospital’s priorities
Peer learning and collaboration with hospitals across the region

REGISTER
Can’t make this date? Join us for another session:
• Friday, April 17 | 8:30–9:00 AM

Advance Hospital Outcomes with the CMS Quality Program
2026-04-17 08:30 - 09:00 | Online via WebEx
The CMS Quality Improvement Program offers no-cost, tailored support to help hospitals improve quality, reduce harm, and strengthen outcomes. IPRO, along with collaborators Qlarant and Healthcentric Advisors, is proud to deliver this work and resume support across the Northeast.
Your hospital has been identified for potential participation and is eligible to receive:

Data-driven insights to reduce readmissions and avoidable utilization
Evidence-based strategies to improve patient safety and outcomes
Expert technical assistance aligned to your hospital’s priorities
Peer learning and collaboration with hospitals across the region

REGISTER

Advance Nursing Home Outcomes with the CMS Quality Program
2026-04-17 11:00 - 11:30 | Online via WebEx
The CMS Quality Improvement Program offers no-cost, tailored support to help nursing homes improve quality, reduce burden, and strengthen outcomes. IPRO, along with collaborators Qlarant and Healthcentric Advisors, is proud to deliver this work and resume support across the Northeast. Select nursing homes will be invited to participate and gain access to:
• Data insights to target improvement
• Evidence-based strategies aligned to CMS priorities
• Expert technical assistance
• Peer learning opportunities
REGISTER

Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning
2026-04-17 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Join the QIN-QIO peer-to-peer call where outpatient practices exchange practical strategies, navigate barriers, and strengthen care through shared experience.
What We’ll Discuss:
Improving Patient Outcomes

Chronic disease management strategies
Behavioral health integration
Workforce development
Care Coordination
…Plus other topics that matter most to outpatient practices

Why Attend?

Share real-world experiences
Learn practical, peer-driven strategies
Connect with outpatient leaders
Contribute to ongoing topic development

REGISTER HERE
Can’t make this date? Join us for another session:

Friday, April 24 | 11:30 AM–12:00 PM

Advancing Quality in Outpatient Clinical Practices
2026-04-20 13:00 - 13:30 | Online via WebEx
This invitation-only webinar will focus on improving patient outcomes and operational excellence in outpatient clinical settings. This session will explore strategies to advance quality reporting, optimize billing opportunities & clinical workflows while reducing provider burden, enhance patient safety, strengthen care coordination and leverage data-driven approaches.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity as enrollment is time limited. Start the new year strong by attending an upcoming session to learn more about the program, or schedule time with a Quality Improvement Advisor to secure your spot and gain immediate access to exclusive resources and actionable strategies.
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Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning
2026-04-24 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Join the QIN-QIO peer-to-peer call where outpatient practices exchange practical strategies, navigate barriers, and strengthen care through shared experience.
What We’ll Discuss:
Improving Patient Outcomes

Chronic disease management strategies
Behavioral health integration
Workforce development
Care Coordination
…Plus other topics that matter most to outpatient practices

Why Attend?

Share real-world experiences
Learn practical, peer-driven strategies
Connect with outpatient leaders
Contribute to ongoing topic development

REGISTER HERE

Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning
2026-05-01 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Join the QIN-QIO peer-to-peer call for outpatient clinical practices. These short sessions offer a chance to exchange practical strategies, discuss challenges, and learn from peers working in outpatient care.
Topics may include: chronic disease management, behavioral health integration, workforce development, care coordination, and other issues that matter most to outpatient practices.
Fridays | 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.May sessions now open for registration
Register for the May 1 session.

Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning
2026-05-08 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Join the QIN-QIO peer-to-peer call for outpatient clinical practices. These short sessions offer a chance to exchange practical strategies, discuss challenges, and learn from peers working in outpatient care.
Topics may include: chronic disease management, behavioral health integration, workforce development, care coordination, and other issues that matter most to outpatient practices.
Fridays | 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.May sessions now open for registration
Register for the May 8 session.

Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning
2026-05-15 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Join the QIN-QIO peer-to-peer call for outpatient clinical practices. These short sessions offer a chance to exchange practical strategies, discuss challenges, and learn from peers working in outpatient care.
Topics may include: chronic disease management, behavioral health integration, workforce development, care coordination, and other issues that matter most to outpatient practices.
Fridays | 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.May sessions now open for registration
Register for the May 15 session.

Quick Emergency Preparedness Exercise Ideas You Can Run Tomorrow Webinar
2026-05-19 11:00 - 11:30 | Online via WebEx
Emergency preparedness exercises are required by CMS — but they don’t need to be complicated.
Join IPRO’s Emergency Preparedness team for a practical webinar focused on simple, ready-to-run exercises aligned with CMS Appendix Z requirements.
Key Topics Covered in Webinar:

CMS 13th Scope of Work (SOW) overview
What emergency preparedness exercises are
CMS exercise requirements
Types of exercises
Common challenges
IPRO support and resources
Example exercise walkthrough
After action reporting
Surveyor expectations

Why Your Facility Should Join the Webinar:

Ensure CMS compliance
Save time and reduce workload
Improve emergency readiness
Get expert guidance

Tuesday, May 19 | 11 – 11:30 am ET
REGISTER HERE

Advancing Healthcare Quality through Technology in Outpatient Clinical Practices
2026-05-27 12:30 - 13:00 | Online via WebEx
Is your practice implementing, upgrading, or working to fully leverage your electronic health record (EHR)? Join us for an informative webinar designed to provide practical insights and introduce no‑cost support tailored to your specific needs and priorities.
As a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)-designated Quality Innovation Network–Quality Improvement Organization (QIN-QIO), we offer hands‑on technical assistance to help outpatient providers optimize health information technology (health IT), meet interoperability requirements, and reduce administrative burden.
Attend this session to learn more about how the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic CMS QIN-QIO (Regions 1 and 2) program can help you:

Optimize EHR configuration to reduce burden and improve usability and performance
Strengthen interoperability and connections to Health Information Exchanges (HIEs)
Prepare for emerging requirements, including the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA)
Ensure your systems support quality reporting and programs like the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)

Wednesday, May 27 | 12:30 – 1 pm ET
REGISTER HERE

Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning
2026-05-29 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Join the QIN-QIO peer-to-peer call for outpatient clinical practices. These short sessions offer a chance to exchange practical strategies, discuss challenges, and learn from peers working in outpatient care.
Topics may include: chronic disease management, behavioral health integration, workforce development, care coordination, and other issues that matter most to outpatient practices.
Fridays | 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.May sessions now open for registration
Register for the May 29 session.

Advancing Outpatient Care Through Shared Learning Feedback Webinar
2026-05-29 11:30 - 12:00 | Online via Teams Events
Our peer-to-peer outpatient calls are strongest when they focus on the real-world challenges and priorities impacting your practice.
We’re inviting outpatient clinical practices to help shape upcoming discussions by sharing:

Topics you’d like explored.
Operational challenges your team is facing.
Best practices worth sharing.
Questions for peer discussion.
Emerging workforce or care delivery concerns.

YOUR INPUT HELPS US…

Focus on What Matters Most – we’ll prioritize timely, practical topics relevant to outpatient practices.
Facilitate Meaningful Peer Discussion – bring your experiences, ideas, and questions to the table.
Share Strategies That Work – learn from peers navigating similar barriers and opportunities.

Before the session, fill out the Outpatient Peer-to-Peer Poll here.
Register for the webinar here.
