By Liz Cinqueonce, MBAPresident & CEO of MNCM At MN Community Measurement (MNCM), we believe that the most meaningful progress in health care comes when the community is at the center—when those closest to the work and most affected by outcomes help shape the path forward. Building on this foundation, we are making interoperability a… The post Community at the Helm: Interoperability as a Priority for Minnesota’s Health Data appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

This October marks the 40th anniversary of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in their lifetime. Fortunately, however, early detection through screening and advances in treatment have decreased mortality by 44% since 1989. Screening can catch cancer early, when it is… The post Empowered by Data: Uncovering Screening Disparities and Reducing Breast Cancer Risk appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

September is Sexual Health Awareness Month. As we close out September, we’re highlighting two of the measures we report on – Cervical Cancer Screening and Chlamydia Screening in Women.   Cervical cancer, once one of the most common cancers affecting women in the United States, has significantly decreased since the 1970s. The reason for the decline… The post Empowered by Data: Spotlight on Screening for Sexual Health appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

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By Jess Donovan, MPH, Clinical Measurement Analyst, MN Community Measurement; and Steven Inman, MD, Medical Director, Children’s Health Network August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Vaccines are a safe and effective way to protect both individuals and communities from serious and preventable illnesses like measles, tetanus, diphtheria, and influenza. However, the health of the community… The post Empowered by Data: Uncovering Immunization Gaps in Children and Adolescents appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Greg Hanley, Chairman of the Board; and Liz Cinqueonce, President and CEO At MN Community Measurement (MNCM), we’ve long believed that meaningful progress in health care begins with community—when those closest to the work and most affected by outcomes help shape the path forward. That belief is the foundation of our second strategic priority… The post Community at the Helm: Shaping Minnesota’s Future Health Data Landscape appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Liz Cinqueonce, President and CEO; and Will Muenchow, Vice President of Technology, Security, and Administration at MN Community Measurement (MNCM) Originally presented at the 2025 Rural MN Health Forum in Alexandria, MN. The event was hosted by Medi-Sota, the MN Rural Health Cooperative, and the Rural Health Alliance: a partnership of rural health care… The post Empowering Rural Health Care Providers: Leveraging Data for Quality, Equity, and Research  appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Maegi Yang, MPH, Governance Manager The importance of mental health continues to grow and has a profound impact on many people’s lives. Minnesota ranks 34th in prevalence of mental illness and 14th in accessibility to care in 20241. Although there is higher access to mental health care, Minnesota still ranks on the higher end… The post Empowered by Data: Mental Health Impact on Diverse Communities  appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Persistant gaps highlight need for targeted action to address disparities for individuals enrolled in Minnesota Health Care Programs MN Community Measurement (MNCM), in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), has released its latest report examining health care disparities across insurance types in Minnesota. The new report, Minnesota Health Care Disparities by Insurance… The post MN Community Measurement Releases Latest Report on Health Care Disparities by Insurance Type appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Ma Xiong, MPH – Vice President, Data Strategy & Analytics April is a month dedicated to raising awareness of racial and ethnic health disparities and taking action to close the gaps. Minnesota continues to be ranked as the best state in the nation for health care1. However, it is also one of the states… The post Empowered by Data: Raising Awareness on Racial Health Disparities in Minnesota  appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Greg Hanley, Chairman of the Board; and Liz Cinqueonce, President and CEO In February, the MNCM Board of Directors convened for a strategic planning session to chart the course for the organization over the next five years. This pivotal gathering was grounded in insights from the community and a shared commitment to advancing MNCM’s… The post Community at the Helm: Charting MNCM’s Future Together appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Jess Donovan, MPH – Clinical Measurement Analyst Colorectal cancer screening is an essential tool for early detection and reducing cancer-related mortality. In 2023, the statewide screening rate increased by nearly 3 percentage points, rising from 67.8% to 70.4%. A key factor in this shift was the 2022 update from the U.S. Preventive Services Task… The post Empowered by Data: Boosting Colorectal Cancer Screening in Minnesota appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MNCM seeks passionate and engaged leaders to join our Community Engagement and Events Committee (CEEC). This committee plays a vital role in shaping MNCM’s strategic efforts in community engagement and event planning, including organizing our Annual Conference, MNCM Webinar Series, and special events such as our 20th Anniversary celebration. We invite you to recommend colleagues who… The post Join the MNCM Community Engagement and Events Committee appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MN Community Measurement (MNCM) has been at the forefront of health care quality improvement and data transparency for two decades. In a recent interview with Healthcare Innovation, our President & CEO, Liz Cinqueonce, discusses MNCM’s evolution, our leadership in outcomes-based measurement, and the groundbreaking Common Health Information Reporting Partnership (CHIRP)—a collaborative effort to streamline data sharing between… The post Celebrating 20 Years of Advancing Healthcare Measurement & Innovation! appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MN Community Measurement (MNCM) has released its latest report, Health Care in Minnesota: Summary Report on Quality, Disparities, and Cost, providing a comprehensive analysis of the state’s health care performance in 2023. The report highlights trends in health care quality, disparities, and costs, offering valuable and actionable insights for community partners including medical groups, payers, policy… The post New Report Unveils Trends in Minnesota Health Care: Quality, Disparities, and Costs appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MNCM is enhancing its public reporting to provide timely, actionable data to drive advancements in health care quality, equity, and affordability. By sharing meaningful insights, MNCM aspires to foster collaboration among community partners, ultimately enhancing health outcomes across diverse populations. MNCM’s Performance Hub has interactive performance reports that provide comprehensive analyses of health care quality and cost… The post MNCM Launches the Performance Hub appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

2022 measurement year Colorectal cancer screening is a crucial preventive measure, especially given that early detection significantly increases treatment success. One of the clinical quality measures MN Community Measurement reports on is based on NCQA’s HEDIS measure for colorectal cancer screening. In this post, we’ll dive into the 2022 data on screening rates, the impacts… The post Analyzing Trends in Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates: Insights and Impacts appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

At the recent Core Quality Measures Collaborative (CQMC) annual strategic planning session, Rowan Mahon, PharmD, MPH, MHI, Manager of Data Integrity & Clinical Informatics at MNCM, shared invaluable insights into the transition from traditional clinical quality measures (CQMs) to digital quality measures (DQMs). With a background as both a clinical laboratory scientist and pharmacist, Dr.… The post Transitioning to Digital Quality Measurement: Insights from MNCM’s Experience appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

On September 25, 2024, Dr. Joe Bianco, Chair of the Board of Minnesota Community Measurement (MNCM), kicked off the organization’s Annual Conference in Brooklyn Park, MN. In his opening remarks, Dr. Bianco reflected on the vital work of healthcare professionals and shared key highlights of MNCM’s strategic initiatives for the coming year. Dr. Bianco began… The post Dr. Joe Bianco Welcomes Guests to MNCM’s 2024 Annual Conference and Shares Strategic Vision for the Year Ahead appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

On September 5, 2024, Liz Cinqueonce, President and CEO of MN Community Measurement (MNCM), participated in a dynamic panel discussion at the 2024 Minnesota State of Reform Health Policy Conference. The panel, titled “What’s Next for Improving Minnesota’s Health Data Landscape?”, explored key topics in health data, quality measurement, and policy, featuring insights from other… The post Shaping Minnesota’s Health Data Future: Insights from MNCM President Liz Cinqueonce at the 2024 State of Reform Conference appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Disparities continue for individuals enrolled in Minnesota Health Care Programs ROSEVILLE – APRIL 18, 2024 MN Community Measurement (MNCM) has released its newest report shedding light on health care disparities in Minnesota. The report, titled “Minnesota Health Care Disparities by Insurance Type,” is produced in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), and… The post MN Community Measurement Releases Latest Report on Health Care Disparities by Insurance Type appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

ROSEVILLE, MN – MARCH 7, 2024 MN Community Measurement (MNCM), a national leader in health care quality, cost, and equity data, proudly announces Liz Cinqueonce as its new President and CEO, effective March 14, 2024. Cinqueonce, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO), brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of… The post MN Community Measurement Appoints Liz Cinqueonce, MBA, as President and CEO appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Several top performers on quality also achieve low costs  A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) combines data from multiple sources to determine which Minnesota medical groups consistently perform well on measures of health care quality. The report was released by MN Community Measurement (MNCM), an independent non-profit that serves as an objective, trusted… The post New Report Recognizes Minnesota Medical Groups for High Quality Performance appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

The Minnesota Care Coordination Effectiveness Study (MNCARES) is focused on learning which approaches to care coordination for patients with complex health care needs and/or high health care costs produce the best outcomes for patients. As the study continues in its final year, the study team will be analyzing study data and writing papers that highlight… The post MNCARES Study Insights for Care Coordination appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MINNEAPOLIS – JANUARY 3, 2024 MN Community Measurement (MNCM) announced today that Julie Sonier, who has led the organization as its President and CEO since 2017, plans to step down in the spring of 2024. During her tenure, Sonier has led major transformational efforts to position MNCM for continued success in its role as a… The post MN Community Measurement President and CEO Julie Sonier to Step Down in 2024 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Childhood immunizations among the largest impacts A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) finds that while several measures of preventive health care and care for acute and chronic conditions improved in 2022, some key measures worsened and only one has improved compared to pre-pandemic levels. MNCM is an independent non-profit that serves as an… The post New Report Shows Post-Pandemic Decline in Many Key Minnesota Health Care Quality Measures appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New report highlights cost trends and variation for people with private health insurance MINNEAPOLIS – NOVEMBER 30, 2023 A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) finds that the cost of health care services for people with private health insurance increased by 7.0 percent in 2022 in Minnesota. The report highlights cost and utilization trends… The post Minnesota Health Care Costs Continue Post-Pandemic Rebound With 7% Increase in 2022 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New report provides data to support health equity improvement strategies MN Community Measurement (MNCM), a nonprofit organization dedicated to collecting and reporting data on health care quality, cost, and equity to drive improvement in health care, has released its annual report on health care disparities by race, Hispanic ethnicity, language, and country of birth. The… The post Uneven Progress, Mixed Results on Minnesota Health Disparities in 2022 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MNCARES Study Enters Final Year – Release of Study Findings Begins and Continues through 2024 The Minnesota Care Coordination Effectiveness Study (MNCARES) is focused on learning which approaches to care coordination for patients with complex health care needs and/or high health care costs produce the best outcomes for patients. As the study enters its final… The post How do other Minnesota care systems provide care coordination? appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

In late August, MNCM published its Health Care Quality Report: Part 1 for measures calculated from clinical data collected in 2023, primarily reflecting care delivered in 2022. The report includes data for a total of 20 clinical quality measures (11 for adults and 9 for children/adolescents). Despite improvement in 2022 for some measures – notably… The post President’s Blog | Health Care Quality Report, Part 1 Insights appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

For Most Measures, Quality Has Not Returned to Pre-Pandemic Levels MINNEAPOLIS – August 31, 2023 Statewide performance on key measures of health care quality improved in 2022 but remains below pre-pandemic levels, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement. The Minnesota Health Care Quality Report Part 1: Clinical Quality Measures Reported by Medical… The post Minnesota Health Care Quality Shows Mixed Performance in 2022 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Disparities across payer types and within state insurance programs persist Gaps in health care quality for people with coverage through Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare compared to other types of health insurance persisted in 2021, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM). The report was prepared for the Minnesota Department of Human Services… The post New Report Shows Bright Spots, Areas of Concern for Quality in Minnesota Public Health Insurance Programs appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New report highlights variation in cost among Minnesota regions and medical groups A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) finds a 12.5 percent increase in health care costs in 2021 for Minnesotans with private health insurance, and highlights trends and variation by region within the state and by medical group. MNCM is an independent… The post Minnesota Health Care Costs Rebounded in 2021 After Decline During Pandemic appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Nine Minnesota medical groups recognized as “top performers” for 2021 Two new reports illustrate health care quality trends and variation in Minnesota and recognize nine Minnesota medical groups as top performers on health care quality. The reports were released by MN Community Measurement (MNCM), an independent non-profit that serves as an objective, trusted source of… The post Key Measures of Minnesota Health Care Quality Improve, But Are Below Pre-Pandemic Levels appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New report provides data to support health equity investment Download Report Health care quality improved in 2021 for a core set of measures across categories defined by race, Hispanic ethnicity, language, and country of birth, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM). The measures include care for chronic conditions like diabetes, heart… The post Pandemic’s Impact on Health Care Quality by Race, Ethnicity, Language, and Country of Birth Is Still Evident, Despite Improved Performance in 2021 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New Report Highlights Statewide Trends, Variation by Region and Medical Group Statewide performance on key measures of health care quality improved in 2021 but remains below pre-pandemic levels, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement. The Minnesota Health Care Quality Report Part 1: Clinical Quality Measures Reported by Medical Groups includes information about… The post Minnesota Health Care Quality Regaining Ground Lost During Pandemic appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

By Julie Sonier, MNCM President I recently came across an interesting report on racial disparities in depression treatment by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Published in May 2022, I found this report noteworthy for several reasons.  First, it directly addresses two topics that have been much in the news and the focus of attention… The post Recent Analysis Shows Racial Disparities in Depression Treatment appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New report provides data to support improvement efforts Minnesotans who are Black, Indigenous, and Hispanic/Latinx are far more likely than others to experience gaps in health care quality and less than optimal health outcomes, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM). The report documents continued wide disparities in health care quality and… The post In Minnesota, Large Disparities in Health Care Persist by Race, Language, and Country of Birth appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Disparities with other payers shrinking in several places, however Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, there were some bright spots in health care for people who received health care through state programs in 2020, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM). The report was prepared for the Minnesota Department of Human Services and compares… The post New Report Shows 2020 Decline in Quality Measures for Minnesota Public Health Insurance Programs appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

New Online Tool Allows Easier Comparisons Across Medical Groups Statewide performance on many measures of health care quality declined in 2020, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement. The Minnesota Health Care Quality Report: Results for Care Delivered in 2020 is a comprehensive summary that includes statewide and medical group performance on measures… The post Minnesota Health Care Performance in 2020 Reflects Pandemic Challenges appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Results Illustrate Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Health Care Services in 2020 MN Community Measurement (MNCM), an independent nonprofit organization that empowers health care decision makers with meaningful data to drive improvement, has released a new spotlight report that sheds light on key health care quality indicators for 2020. The report includes results for… The post New Report Shows Decline in Cancer Screenings, Other Health Care Quality Measures appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MN Community Measurement’s annual health care cost report illustrates pandemic’s impact on cost, utilization of services MN Community Measurement (MNCM), an independent nonprofit organization that empowers health care decision makers with meaningful data to drive improvement, has released its annual report comparing health care costs, utilization, and prices across medical groups in Minnesota. The Health… The post Minnesota Privately Insured Health Care Costs Fell 2.5 Percent in 2020 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

In my last blog post in June, I wrote about MN Community Measurement’s new strategic plan for 2021 to 2025 and how improvement in health equity is a priority that is embedded in all areas of our work. I’d like to take the opportunity to share information about our past work in this area, what… The post President’s Blog | A Vision for Data to Drive Improvement in Health Equity appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Analysis sheds light on key strategies needed to address COVID-19 impact on preventive and chronic care. Minneapolis, MN (August 5, 2021) – A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) documents how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the quality of care for other health conditions in 2020. The report is believed to be the first… The post New Report Reveals Performance on Health Care Quality Measures Declined in 2020 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

In the past few years, MN Community Measurement’s work has been evolving and changing. Many people know MNCM as an organization that collects and publishes data on health care quality, cost, and equity. Others know us as an organization that has led the nation in developing and using measures of health care quality that hold… The post President’s Blog | Improving Minnesota Health Care Quality, Affordability, and Equity: Strategic Priorities for 2021-2025 appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Minnesota sees significant variation in health care quality and outcomes by race, ethnicity, language, and country of origin. A new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) documents continued wide disparities in health care quality and outcomes by race, ethnicity, language, and country of origin. The report analyzes data collected by MNCM in 2020 reflecting care… The post New Report Highlights Minnesota Health Care Disparities appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

Data collected in 2020 for care provided in 2019 reveals disparities by insurance type and other factors such as race/ethnicity. Minnesota health care providers improved on several key indicators of health care quality for people covered by Minnesota Health Care Programs through managed care organizations (MCOs) in 2019, according to a new report from MN… The post MN Community Measurement Report Highlights Health Care Disparities by Insurance Type appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MN Community Measurement releases Minnesota Health Care Quality Report: Results for Care Delivered in 2019 Minnesota health care providers made encouraging improvements in quality of care in the year leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM). The percentage of adults who received optimal diabetes care and… The post Quality of Care in Minnesota Shows Improvement Pre-COVID appeared first on MN Community Measurement.

MN Community Measurement today announced results from a 12-month study on the impact of pharmacy-based engagement to close gaps in care for patients with diabetes. The study is part of the organization’s broader efforts to empower health care decision makers with meaningful data to drive improvement and details the pharmacy program’s success eliminating 80 percent… The post Minnesota Pharmacists Successfully Intervene to Close Care Gaps for Patients with Diabetes appeared first on MN Community Measurement.