New Report Unveils Trends in Minnesota Health Care: Quality, Disparities, and Costs

MN Community Measurement (MNCM) has released its latest report, Health Care in Minnesota: Summary Report on Quality, Disparities, and Cost, providing a comprehensive analysis of the state’s health care performance in 2023. The report highlights trends in health care quality, disparities, and costs, offering valuable and actionable insights for community partners including medical groups, payers, policy…

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MNCM Launches the Performance Hub

MNCM is enhancing its public reporting to provide timely, actionable data to drive advancements in health care quality, equity, and affordability. By sharing meaningful insights, MNCM aspires to foster collaboration among community partners, ultimately enhancing health outcomes across diverse populations. MNCM’s Performance Hub has interactive performance reports that provide comprehensive analyses of health care quality and cost…

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Analyzing Trends in Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates: Insights and Impacts

Screening Rates

2022 measurement year Colorectal cancer screening is a crucial preventive measure, especially given that early detection significantly increases treatment success. One of the clinical quality measures MN Community Measurement reports on is based on NCQA’s HEDIS measure for colorectal cancer screening. In this post, we’ll dive into the 2022 data on screening rates, the impacts…

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Transitioning to Digital Quality Measurement: Insights from MNCM’s Experience

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At the recent Core Quality Measures Collaborative (CQMC) annual strategic planning session, Rowan Mahon, PharmD, MPH, MHI, Manager of Data Integrity & Clinical Informatics at MNCM, shared invaluable insights into the transition from traditional clinical quality measures (CQMs) to digital quality measures (DQMs). With a background as both a clinical laboratory scientist and pharmacist, Dr.…

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Dr. Joe Bianco Welcomes Guests to MNCM’s 2024 Annual Conference and Shares Strategic Vision for the Year Ahead

On September 25, 2024, Dr. Joe Bianco, Chair of the Board of Minnesota Community Measurement (MNCM), kicked off the organization’s Annual Conference in Brooklyn Park, MN. In his opening remarks, Dr. Bianco reflected on the vital work of healthcare professionals and shared key highlights of MNCM’s strategic initiatives for the coming year. Dr. Bianco began…

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Shaping Minnesota’s Health Data Future: Insights from MNCM President Liz Cinqueonce at the 2024 State of Reform Conference

On September 5, 2024, Liz Cinqueonce, President and CEO of MN Community Measurement (MNCM), participated in a dynamic panel discussion at the 2024 Minnesota State of Reform Health Policy Conference. The panel, titled “What’s Next for Improving Minnesota’s Health Data Landscape?”, explored key topics in health data, quality measurement, and policy, featuring insights from other…

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MN Community Measurement Releases Latest Report on Health Care Disparities by Insurance Type

Disparities continue for individuals enrolled in Minnesota Health Care Programs ROSEVILLE – APRIL 18, 2024 MN Community Measurement (MNCM) has released its newest report shedding light on health care disparities in Minnesota. The report, titled “Minnesota Health Care Disparities by Insurance Type,” is produced in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), and…

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MN Community Measurement Appoints Liz Cinqueonce, MBA, as President and CEO

ROSEVILLE, MN – MARCH 7, 2024 MN Community Measurement (MNCM), a national leader in health care quality, cost, and equity data, proudly announces Liz Cinqueonce as its new President and CEO, effective March 14, 2024. Cinqueonce, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO), brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of…

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New Report Recognizes Minnesota Medical Groups for High Quality Performance

Several top performers on quality also achieve low costs  A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) combines data from multiple sources to determine which Minnesota medical groups consistently perform well on measures of health care quality. The report was released by MN Community Measurement (MNCM), an independent non-profit that serves as an objective, trusted…

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MNCARES Study Insights for Care Coordination

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The Minnesota Care Coordination Effectiveness Study (MNCARES) is focused on learning which approaches to care coordination for patients with complex health care needs and/or high health care costs produce the best outcomes for patients. As the study continues in its final year, the study team will be analyzing study data and writing papers that highlight…

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