IA_EPA_4Expanded Practice Access

Additional improvements in access as a result of QIN/QIO TA

2026 MIPS Improvement Activities

At a glance
Activity ID
IA_EPA_4
Subcategory
Expanded Practice Access
Category
Improvement Activities

Objective

Use learnings from engagement with Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization (QIN-QIO) technical assistance to design, plan, and initiate implementation of new activities, ultimately improving access to services or care coordination.

Activity description

As a result of Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization technical assistance, performance of additional activities that improve access to services or improve care coordination (for example, investment of on-site diabetes educator).

Suggested documentation

Evidence of implementation of newly added processes, practices, resources, or technology to improve access to services or improve care coordination as a result of receiving QIN-QIO technical assistance. Include both of the following elements:

1) Relationship with QIN-QIO technical assistance – Confirmation of technical assistance and documentation of relationship with QIN-QIO (e.g., signed letter of agreement, email exchange); AND

2) Activities – Documentation of planned and/or tested activities that improve access or improve care coordination, including support for newly offered services.

Improvement Activity details reference the CMS Quality Payment Program and change each performance year. Confirm requirements against the official CMS pages before attesting.