2021 MIPS IA_BE_19: Use group visits for common chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes)

Activity ID

IA_BE_19

Activity Weighting

Medium

Subcategory Name

Beneficiary Engagement

Activity Description

Use group visits for common chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes).

Objective

Give patients with common chronic conditions opportunities to learn about self-management topics and discuss shared concerns while improving efficiency in the delivery of quality care.

Suggested Documentation

Documented use of group visits for chronic conditions. Could be supported by claims. Include the following element:

1) Provision of group visit(s) – Medical claims or referrals showing group visit and chronic condition codes in conjunction with care provided.

Example/Information

https://www.aafp.org/about/policies/all/shared-medical-appointments.html

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