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Trying to figure out how to pick between the Ambulatory Specialty Model (ASM) and other QPP options? With all the changes in Medicare reporting, it can feel like the rules shift every year. If you’re practicing in a specialty or just want to make sure you’re ready for what’s coming, understanding the differences is key. This article breaks down what you need to know about programs within QPP and ASM, and how to make the right choice for your practice.
Key Takeaways
- MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs) within the Quality Payment Program (QPP) let you pick measures that fit your specialty, while ASM has set measures for certain conditions.
- ASM will be mandatory for specific specialties and locations, so check if you could be included.
- Reporting either MIPS or MVPs under QPP can help you prepare for future rules and may improve your scores if you start early.
- ASM uses peer individual performance comparison, so you’re directly compared to others treating the same condition.
- If you want more control and flexibility, QPP options like MVPs or MIPS might be better now, but ASM could become unavoidable for some.