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  1. NCQA Launches Equity Accountability to Eliminate Stubborn Health Disparities

    Published 11.16.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/ncqa-launches-equity-accountability-to-eliminate-stubborn-health-disparities/

    NCQA has always championed measurement and accountability as the keys to improving health care. Now, we're turning to those tried and true principles to tackle…

  2. Health Equity Accreditation Plus: Health Systems Join Health Plans For Pilot Program

    Published 11.30.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/health-equity-accreditation-plus-launches/

    We have big news to tell you about. It's a significant development in our equity journey. And a big win for cooperation and collaboration. Today,…

  3. Inside Health Care #68: Dr. Lisa Cooper & Bridging Equity Gaps with Better Listening

    Published 12.01.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/inside-health-care-68-dr-lisa-cooper-bridging-equity-gaps-with-better-listening/

    This episode of "Inside Health Care" features Dr. Lisa A. Cooper, a pioneer in closing the gaps that still persist in health care equity. Dr.…

  4. Health Equity Measurement in Medicaid: White Paper Examines State of the Field

    Published 12.13.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/health-equity-measurement-in-medicaid-white-paper-examines-state-of-the-field/

    A new white paper shows that an increasing number of states use explicit equity measurement and accountability in their managed care programs. The paper, which examines state Medicaid programs’ current health…

  5. Inside Health Care #69: Dr. Susan Beane on Closing Equity Gaps on a Larger Scale

    Published 12.15.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/podcast-inside-health-care-69-dr-susan-beane-on-closing-equity-gaps-on-a-larger-scale/

    This episode of Inside Health Care features Dr. Susan Beane, Vice President and Executive Medical Director for partnerships and medical outcomes at Healthfirst, Inc. For…

  6. Inside Health Care #71: Dr. Chere Gregory and Dr. Nneka Sederstrom on Beginning the Journey of NCQA's Health Equity Accreditation Programs

    Published 01.19.2022
    ncqa.org/blog/podcast-inside-health-care-71-dr-chere-gregory-and-dr-nneka-sederstrom-on-beginning-the-journey-of-ncqas-health-equity-accreditation-programs/

    NCQA launched its Health Equity Accreditation program late last year. In another exciting development, it’s  launched a pilot version of Health Equity Accreditation Plus, designed…

  7. Presentation Recap: OUD: Are We Getting the Care to Those Who Need It?

    Published 06.17.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/abstract-recap-oud-are-we-getting-the-care-to-those-who-need-it/

    Good News: Lots of attention being paid to making evidence-based care available for opioid use disorder. However, we know very little about whether all the…

  8. California Again Commits to NCQA Health Plan Accreditation

    Published 09.03.2021
    ncqa.org/blog/california-again-commits-to-ncqa-health-plan-accreditation/

    We have a huge development to tell you about from the Golden State! It's official. NCQA is the health plan accreditor for California. Quality Improvement…

  9. 4 New Views on Quality 4 Kids

    Published 05.03.2022
    ncqa.org/blog/4-new-views-on-quality-4-kids/

    NCQA staff were co-authors on four peer-reviewed publications in a recent edition of the journal Academic Pediatrics. All four publications deal with issues crucial to…

  10. MENA Data: Viewing Disparities Through a New Lens

    Published 08.18.2025
    ncqa.org/blog/mena-data-viewing-disparities-through-a-new-lens/

    Starting in 2026, organizations that report HEDIS® will have a new way to identify health disparities. NCQA recently announced updates for MY 2026 in response…

  11. AI-Powered Data Transformation Accelerating Digital Quality

    Published 10.24.2025
    ncqa.org/blog/ai-powered-data-transformation-accelerating-digital-quality/

    The accelerating evolution of health care data has added new regulatory programs that support greater data access, interoperability and transparency. NCQA is shifting toward digital-only…

  12. Technology in Behavioral Health: Risks and Opportunities

    Published 10.23.2025
    ncqa.org/blog/technology-in-behavioral-health-risks-and-opportunities/

    Thanks to everyone who attended this year’s Health Innovation Summit and made it a success! And if you couldn’t be there, keep reading for takeaways…