Module 2: Participation
View Module 2 of the EQIP 2025 Curriculum below.
Overview
This module is designed to explain the EQIP participation requirements and enrollment processes and introduce opportunities for organizations that are seeking additional support.
2.1: Participation Requirements
Key Questions Answered in this Learning Topic:
- Who can participate in EQIP?
- What are the requirements to enroll?
- What are the minimum volume thresholds?
Watch a video explanation of the Participation Requirements for the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP).
2.2: Enrollment Steps
Key Questions Answered in this Learning Topic:
- How do I enroll if I am new to EQIP?
- Do I have to re-enroll each performance year?
- What are the enrollment steps for returning participants?
Watch a video explanation of the Enrollment Steps for the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP).
2.3: EQIP Entity Formation
Key Questions Answered in this Learning Topic:
- What is an EQIP Entity?
- How do I form an EQIP Entity?
- Who should I include in my EQIP Entity?
- Where can I receive assistance with EQIP Entity formation?
Watch a video explanation of Entity Formation for the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP).
2.4: EQIP for Growing Practices
Key Questions Answered in this Learning Topic:
- Can new/growing practices participate in EQIP?
- What can I do if I do not have the baseline volume required to participate?
- What is a MedChi EQIP Entity?
- How are MedChi Entities set up?
- Is a MedChi Entity right for me?
Watch a video explanation of how Growing Practices can get the most out of the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP).
2.5: CMS Vetting
Key Questions Answered in this Learning Topic:
- What is CMS vetting as it relates to EQIP?
- When does CMS vetting occur?
- Why does CMS vetting occur?
Watch a video explanation of CMS Vetting for the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP).
2.6: Care Partner Arrangements
Key Questions Answered in this Learning Topic:
- Are EQIP participants required to sign a contract for participation?
- What does the Care Partner Arrangement include?
- Who is responsible for signing the Care Partner Arrangement?
- When are Care Partner Arrangements distributed?
- What happens if a Care Partner does not sign and return their Care Partner Arrangement by the specified deadline?
Watch a video explanation of Care Partner Agreements for the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP).
