MMS Tools
The MMS developed and maintains several tools and resources to assist measure developers in the different stages of the Measure Lifecycle.
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| CMS Measures Inventory Tool (CMIT) | CMIT is a repository for authoritative information about CMS quality measures used to inform stakeholders, enable management of the CMS measure portfolio, and provide guidance for measure development. |
| CMS Measures Under Consideration Entry / Review Information Tool (MERIT) | CMS MERIT is a data collection portal that allows measure developers to submit candidate measures to CMS for consideration. |
| De Novo Measure Scan (DNMS) (Login Required) | DNMS is an advanced feature of the ESST that helps measure developers conduct early and frequent environmental scans while developing new measures. |
| Environmental Scan Support Tool (ESST) | ESST is a tool within the CMIT environment, intended to automate environmental scans required in the information gathering process for developing and maintaining quality measures. |
| Measures Management System (MMS) Support Help Desk | The MMS is the primary point of contact for providing guidance on the measure development process and resolving issues. |
Last Updated: Jan 2023