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OQR eCQMs
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Resolution: Answered
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Moderate
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Mara Larkin
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2076617293
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MaineHealth
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CMS0002v13
Hello,
we are seeking clarification on conflicting information posted on the CQM resource center relating to the Depression screening and follow up. In one inquiry, when a sub-specialist (for ex cardiologist) screens patients and they have a positive depression screening, it was stated that a referral back to the PCP specifying it is as a follow up for depression, was considered adequate. In a second inquiry, a referral back to the PCP was not considered adequate as it was stated, the provider needed to be someone who could treat depression. Can you clarify what is CMS position on this issue?