2022 Nursing Home Quality Initiative Methodology

We are pleased to release the methodology for the upcoming 2022 Nursing Home Quality Initiative (NHQI). The 2022 NHQI is based on the 2021 Minimum Data Set. Attached is the Dear Administrator letter and the methodology for the 2022 NHQI. These documents will be sent to the nursing homes through Health Commerce System (HCS) shortly. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Nursing Home Quality Initiative
Office of Quality and Patient Safety
New York State Department of Health
518-486-9012
nhqp@health.ny.gov

NYSHFA/NYSCAL CONTACTS:

Jackie Pappalardi, RN, BSN
Executive Director
518-462-4800 x16

Lisa Volk, RN, B.P.S., LNHA
Director, Clinical & Quality Services
518-462-4800 x15