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Quality

HEDIS, Stars ratings, measures, outcomes and accreditation

1,622 quality terms

regulation ratioreg_ratio

The proportional relationship between two regulatory compliance values, such as a mandated medical loss ratio, provider-to-member staffing ratio, or benefit coverage percentage. Used in compliance and actuarial systems to monitor adherence to regulatory thresholds established by CMS, ACA provisions, or state insurance laws.

regulation reasonreg_rsn

The documented justification or explanatory text associated with a specific regulatory compliance action, exception, or determination in healthcare administration. Used in compliance and audit systems to record why a regulation was applied, waived, or modified, supporting regulatory filing documentation and oversight reporting.

regulation received datereg_rcvd_dt

The calendar date on which a healthcare regulation, regulatory notice, or compliance mandate was formally received by the plan administration or compliance team. Used in regulatory tracking systems to initiate compliance timelines, calculate response deadlines, and maintain audit documentation for CMS, state, or federal requirements.

regulation referencereg_ref

An external citation, document identifier, or cross-system pointer linking a specific healthcare compliance obligation to its authoritative regulatory source, such as a CFR citation, CMS transmittal number, or state statute reference. Used in compliance systems to trace requirements back to their legal or regulatory origin for audit and reporting purposes.

regulation resolution datereg_resol_dt

The calendar date on which a specific healthcare regulatory compliance obligation, finding, or corrective action was formally resolved or closed. Used in compliance management systems to track remediation timelines, close audit findings, and document when plan administration actions satisfied requirements from CMS, state, or accreditation bodies.

regulation respirationreg_resp

A metric capturing the frequency or cadence at which a specific healthcare regulation is reviewed, updated, or enforced by the governing authority. Used in compliance monitoring systems to track regulatory activity cycles, anticipate mandate changes, and align plan administration processes with current enforcement patterns from CMS or state agencies.

regulation resultreg_rslt

The outcome or determination produced by evaluating healthcare plan or operational performance against a specific regulatory requirement. Used in compliance reporting systems to document whether mandates such as CMS quality measures, state insurance audits, or accreditation standards were met, partially met, or failed during a review period.

regulation review systemsreg_ros

The set of internal healthcare compliance or plan administration systems designated to evaluate adherence to a specific regulatory requirement. Used in compliance management workflows to identify which operational platforms, reporting tools, or audit processes are responsible for monitoring and documenting conformance with applicable mandates.

regulation revisionreg_rev

Tracks the version iteration of a healthcare regulation, capturing each successive amendment or update to compliance requirements such as HIPAA rules, CMS conditions of participation, or state licensing standards. Enables audit trails showing how regulatory requirements have evolved over time.

regulation riskreg_rsk

Classifies the potential compliance exposure or penalty severity associated with a specific healthcare regulation. Used in risk management frameworks to prioritize audit activities, allocate compliance resources, and assess financial or operational impact of non-adherence to CMS, HIPAA, or state mandates.

regulation routereg_rte

Identifies the regulatory pathway or enforcement channel through which a healthcare compliance requirement is administered, such as federal statute, state agency rule, accreditation standard, or CMS conditions of coverage. Determines which oversight body governs compliance monitoring and penalties.

regulation scheduled datereg_sched_dt

Records the planned calendar date for a compliance-related activity tied to a specific regulation, such as a scheduled audit, mandatory reporting deadline, policy review, or staff training requirement. Used in compliance management systems to monitor adherence to regulatory timelines and avoid penalties.

regulation scheduled timereg_sched_tm

Captures the specific time of day associated with a planned regulatory compliance activity, such as a scheduled inspection, submission window, or mandatory reporting cutoff. Used alongside regulation scheduled date to ensure precise tracking of time-sensitive compliance obligations and deadlines.

regulation scorereg_scr

Represents a calculated compliance rating assigned to a healthcare regulation assessment, reflecting the degree to which an organization meets specific regulatory requirements. Scores may be derived from audit findings, self-assessments, or accreditation surveys and guide corrective action prioritization.

regulation sequencereg_seq

Defines the numeric ordering of regulations within a compliance framework, policy hierarchy, or regulatory workflow. Used to establish processing order for multi-step compliance requirements, such as sequential reporting obligations or tiered enforcement steps within CMS or state regulatory programs.

regulation service datereg_svc_dt

Records the date on which a compliance-related service or regulatory activity was performed, such as completion of a mandated inspection, submission of a required report, or delivery of a regulation-required patient service. Used to verify timely fulfillment of regulatory obligations.

regulation severityreg_sev

Indicates the seriousness classification of a regulatory violation or compliance gap, ranging from minor technical deficiencies to significant conditions posing patient safety risks. Used in compliance management systems to prioritize corrective action plans and determine escalation requirements under CMS or accreditation standards.

regulation sexreg_sex

Captures the biological sex designation specified within a regulation's applicability criteria, defining whether a compliance requirement applies to male, female, or all patients. Used when regulations mandate sex-specific screening protocols, reporting thresholds, or coverage requirements under federal or state healthcare law.

regulation sourcereg_src

Identifies the originating authority or issuing body of a healthcare regulation, such as CMS, FDA, state health department, The Joint Commission, or federal statute. Used in compliance tracking systems to categorize requirements by governing body and determine applicable enforcement jurisdiction.

regulation start datereg_start_dt

Records the effective date on which a healthcare regulation became or becomes legally enforceable. Used in compliance management systems to determine when organizations must begin adhering to new or amended requirements, and to calculate compliance timelines for implementation planning and gap analysis.

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