NCQA - National Committee for Quality Assurance

02/20/2026

We’re excited to share that Dr. Vivek Garg, MD, MBA, NCQA President & CEO, will join next week’s public meeting as a panelist to discuss one of value-based care’s greatest challenges: achieving true multi-payer alignment.

Today, care delivery organizations are facing fragmented accountability signals, inconsistent data transparency and wide variation in contract terms—issues that add administrative burden and make it harder to focus on improving outcomes.

But there’s real potential for harmonization. sees clear pathways to reduce friction through stronger primary care investment, aligned quality measures and more consistent payer–provider expectations that support forward momentum across programs.

Tune in February 24 at 9:10am ET to hear Dr. Garg’s perspective and join the conversation!
Register for the meeting livestream: https://bit.ly/4c7RWsV

02/19/2026

Ready to elevate your thought leadership?

The 2026 is seeking speakers who drive results and not just ideas. Share your real-world strategies and help shape the future of healthcare.

The deadline for submission is February 27. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3YDpAi4

02/19/2026

MRO turned to NCQA’s Data Aggregator Validation Program to ensure its processes aligned with payer expectations.

The program evaluates how data aggregators and intermediaries ingest, process, and output data from clinical sources. Watch as MRO’s Amy Hartje shares what they gained from the program, the key benefits, and the value of learning alongside other participants and partners.

Get started with Data Aggregator Validation today: https://bit.ly/3ZGsUtr

02/18/2026

Behavioral health care in the U.S. faces persistent barriers to access and quality, from financing challenges to workforce shortages and outdated policies.

Kristine Thurston Toppe, ’s vice president of state affairs, explores how states are responding with innovative approaches, and how NCQA is supporting improvements in access and quality. Read the full blog on the NCQA website: https://bit.ly/3MhuaAd

States are exploring ways to increase access and measure improvement in behavioral care. Learn how NCQA can help.

02/17/2026

Take your PCMH expertise to the next level with ’s Advanced PCMH Online Course 2026.

Designed for professionals already working with PCMH standards, this self-paced course offers a deeper dive into requirements, evidence, and advanced topics like behavioral health integration and eCQMs.

Enroll now to strengthen your strategy and support successful practice transformation: https://bit.ly/4cENrpE

Self Paced Expires: December 31, 2026 The NCQA PCMH Recognition program plays an integral role in practice transformation and improving the quality of health care.

02/16/2026

In observance of Presidents Day, NCQA recognizes the leadership and ideals that continue to shape our nation. We honor the enduring responsibility of leaders to move America forward.

02/13/2026

🚨HEDIS® public comment period is open.

is looking for feedback on seven new HEDIS measures and three existing measures, including person-centered outcomes, emergency department utilization and COPD management.

Feedback must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. (ET), Friday, March 13. Leave your comment today:

NCQA announces proposed new quality measures and changes to existing measures for public comment to guide final revisions.

02/11/2026

officially launched its Measuring Patient Engagement Learning Collaborative to explore how healthcare organizations should assess, manage and deliver digitally-enabled interventions to support effective condition management and well-being.

We are proud to partner with the following organizations in this important endeavor:
- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
- American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- HealthTalk A.I.
- Humana
- Omada Health
- Purchaser Business Group on Health (PBGH)
- South Carolina Office of Rural Health
- Washington State Health Care Authority
- GetSetUp
- GoMo Health
- Intermountain Health
- Ovia Health by Labcorp

Read more on how this learning collaborative will shape best practices in digital wellness, patient engagement and more:

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02/11/2026

Missed our Whole Care, Better Outcomes live webinar series? Watch the full replay playlist featuring leaders from Sharecare, Vitality UK and Garmin, exploring how whole-person wellness and digital health can improve health care quality and outcomes. Catch up anytime and see how wellness and quality intersect to support better care.

▶️ Rewatch the full series on our NCQA YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/4asMApx

Join us for an impactful 3-part webinar series featuring special guests from the Wellness world. This series will dive deep into the state of whole-person we...

02/10/2026

Shape the Future of Health Care at the 2026 NCQA Health Innovation Summit

The 2026 is seeking speakers who drive results and not just ideas. Join us this year in Atlanta and share your real-world strategies and help shape the future of healthcare.

The deadline for submission is February 27. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3YDpAi4

02/09/2026

This week, is joining the policy and health IT community in DC for the 2026 ASTP Annual Meeting! We’re eager to connect with leaders who are pushing the boundaries of data and technology to drive meaningful, systemic improvements in healthcare quality and outcomes.

By working together to advance interoperable data exchange, digital quality measurement and tech‑enabled models, we can deliver more effective, patient‑centered care for all.

Attending ASTP? Let us know in the comments—we’d love to connect!

02/09/2026

Stand out in a crowded virtual care market by proving quality in telehealth and virtual care.

This white paper explains how standardization and Virtual Care Accreditation can help telehealth providers build trust, improve care delivery and become preferred partners for health plans. Download the white paper to discover how your organization can lead with quality, differentiate in the market, and deliver exceptional virtual care experiences: https://bit.ly/4kzZwhZ

As demand for virtual care surges, telehealth providers must demonstrate not just innovation—but quality.