The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) EQRS submission deadlines for the calendar year (CY) 2023 reporting months are listed below. These deadlines apply to all collection types (Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis) and to all submission methods. The remaining CY 2023 EQRS submission deadlines are listed below for the following:
- EQRS Clinical Data
- Depression Screening and Follow Up Assessments
- In-Center Hemodialysis Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (ICH CAHPS) Attestations
EQRS clinical data opens for submission on the first day of the month and closes approximately two months after the end of the reporting month. Additionally, EQRS monthly data closures typically occur on the last day of the month. However, if the last day of the month falls on a weekend or on a federal holiday, the month will close on the next federal business day. For additional information on how to submit data in EQRS, refer to the Education page on MyCROWNWeb.org.
Dialysis facilities must submit EQRS data by the established deadlines to meet the CMS reporting requirements. Failure to complete the submission of data by the deadlines listed in this announcement puts your facility at risk for an ESRD Quality Incentive Program (ESRD QIP) payment reduction.
If your facility batch submits or uses the Health Information Exchange/Electronic Data Interchange methods, please follow the guidance provided by your organization.
For questions, you may contact Kristen Ward.
