Project Title
Underwriting Fees to Support Diabetes Recognition for New York State Providers
Grant Amount
$250,000
Priority Area
Improving Diabetes Prevention and Management
Date Awarded
December 4, 2012
Region
Outside New York State
Status
Closed
Website
At the inception of the NYHealth Diabetes Campaign, the Foundation identified the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Diabetes Recognition Program as the nationally renowned program that recognizes providers who meet the highest standards of diabetes control.
To attain NCQA recognition, physician practices submit medical record data to demonstrate that their patients are meeting the best possible health outcomes and are keeping their diabetes under control. As a direct incentive for providers to go through the rigorous process of applying and achieving recognition, the Foundation funded NCQA to underwrite the application fees, which range from $320 to $350, through a $250,000 grant issued in 2012. In 2013, the Foundation continued underwriting all fees associated with the NCQA application process for physicians applying through the Campaign.
At the close of 2013, NYHealth surpassed its five-year goal of helping 3,000 primary care providers (25% of all New York State primary care physicians) attain diabetes recognition, which is an indicator that clinicians are delivering the best care and achieving good outcomes for patients.