American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians, Inc.

American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians, Inc. http://www.abqaurp.org ::: The primary purpose of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utiliz Who are our Members?

ABQAURP Diplomates and Members are dedicated to improving the overall quality of health care. Diplomates and Members of ABQAURP are comprised of virtually every type of health care professional, encompassing not only the clinical arena but the managerial backbone as well. Diplomates who have voluntarily achieved certification in Health Care Quality and Management demonstrate a deep commitment to p

atient safety, health care quality and effective care. Providers certified in HCQM exude superior ability to critically evaluate the literature, identify evidence-based best practices, and make reccomendations that balance appropriateness of services with cost and quality. HCQM Board Certification addresses effectiveness, efficiency, equity, safety, and timeliness in today's health care environment.

New Course Release: Anatomy of an Artificial Intelligence Model and Why It Matters to the Quality Assurance Community In...
05/28/2026

New Course Release: Anatomy of an Artificial Intelligence Model and Why It Matters to the Quality Assurance Community

In this video course, ABQAURP Diplomate, Dr. Allan Goldberg examines representative artificial intelligence models and their expanding role in medical decision making. Learners will explore the expected benefits, challenges, and inherent limitations of applying artificial intelligence in clinical and scientific contexts. The course also focuses on how quality assurance professionals can leverage an understanding of artificial intelligence models to critically evaluate, contextualize, and interpret artificial intelligence–enhanced medical decision making to support safe, effective, and accountable care delivery.

Learn more and purchase at https://education.abqaurp.org/topclass/topclass.do?expand-OfferingDetails-Offeringid=3395739.

Reminder! Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members through June 6, 2026!CME/CE Spotlight Course: Ut...
05/26/2026

Reminder! Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members through June 6, 2026!

CME/CE Spotlight Course: Utilization Management, Industry Regulations, Revenue Leakage and Workflow Inefficiency - In this 1-hour course, explore how utilization management challenges, industry regulations, and inefficient workflows contribute to revenue leakage across health care organizations. Learners will examine the complexities of holding Medicare Advantage plans accountable to the Medicare Two-Midnight rule and identify utilization review process gaps that impact financial performance.

This course also highlights observation length of stay as a critical utilization review metric and its role in ensuring compliant, efficient, and sustainable care delivery. Learn more and get started at: https://education.abqaurp.org/topclass/topclass.do?expand-OfferingDetails-Offeringid=3382430.

In observance of Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude and remember the courageous men and women whose sacrifices made...
05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude and remember the courageous men and women whose sacrifices made our freedom possible.

New Course Release! The Patient Safety Certificate Course is an interactive multimedia certificate course comprised of t...
05/21/2026

New Course Release! The Patient Safety Certificate Course is an interactive multimedia certificate course comprised of three course modules.

• Module 1 discusses the relative risk for harm to patients in the health care system.
• Module 2 focuses on how health care organizations can both find and identify the risks that exist for their patients, as well as learn how to mitigate and prevent errors from occurring in the first place.
• Module 3 explores the framework for success in advancing patient safety in health care organizations.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Patient Safety Certificate. Learn more and purchase at https://education.abqaurp.org/topclass/topclass.do?expand-OfferingDetails-Offeringid=3381543.

The Relay Podcast: Discussing the rapidly evolving role of the physician advisor, certification, and the impact on healt...
05/18/2026

The Relay Podcast: Discussing the rapidly evolving role of the physician advisor, certification, and the impact on health care.

Listen to The Relay podcast and hear host Val Emmons discuss with ABQAURP Diplomate, Natasha L. Chen, MD, CHCQM, CPHYADV, FABQUARP, and Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN, the rapidly evolving role of the physician advisor and its growing impact on quality, utilization management, patient advocacy, and transitions of care. From reducing readmissions and improving discharge planning to navigating denials, documentation, compliance, and value-based care, this conversation reveals the behind-the-scenes work shaping patient outcomes across the healthcare continuum.
Access the podcast at https://youtu.be/qbFox0FYH7U.

ABQAURP is pleased to announce our 2025 Membership Referral Drive Winner, Melissa M. Buchner-Mehling, MD, CHCQM, CPHYADV...
05/14/2026

ABQAURP is pleased to announce our 2025 Membership Referral Drive Winner, Melissa M. Buchner-Mehling, MD, CHCQM, CPHYADV, FABQAURP!

Dr. Buchner-Mehling serves as Associate Chief Medical Officer of Sound Advisory Services. She was CHCQM certified with Physician Advisor sub-specialty in 2016 and CPHYADV certified in 2024. She is an active member of our Education and Physician Advisor Editorial Committees, was an integral part of the Advanced Physician Advisor Exam development and frequently presents at our annual conference. We are proud to have Dr. Buchner-Mehling and her colleagues as ABQAURP members!

Refer your colleagues and you could be the 2026 Membership Referral Drive Winner! Learn more about at https://abqaurp.org/ABQMain/Member_Referral_Winner.aspx.

Validate your expertise with a board certification that demonstrates your knowledge and commitment to health care qualit...
05/13/2026

Validate your expertise with a board certification that demonstrates your knowledge and commitment to health care quality and patient safety. Earning the credential of Health Care Quality and Management (CHCQM) is the standard for excellence and is the premier professional board certification focused on skills to administer better, safer care. HCQM Board Certification is intended for all physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals. Download the candidate handbook and apply at https://www.abqaurp.org/ABQMain/Certification.aspx.

Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members through June 6, 2026!CME/CE Spotlight Course: Utilization ...
05/11/2026

Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members through June 6, 2026!

CME/CE Spotlight Course: Utilization Management, Industry Regulations, Revenue Leakage and Workflow Inefficiency - In this 1-hour recorded session, explore how utilization management challenges, industry regulations, and inefficient workflows contribute to revenue leakage across health care organizations. Learners will examine the complexities of holding Medicare Advantage plans accountable to the Medicare Two-Midnight Rule and identify utilization review process gaps that impact financial performance.

This session also highlights observation length of stay as a critical utilization review metric and its role in ensuring compliant, efficient, and sustainable care delivery. Learn more and get started at: https://education.abqaurp.org/topclass/topclass.do?expand-OfferingDetails-Offeringid=3382430.

ABQAURP proudly joins in celebrating National Physician Advisor Day! Today, we recognize the vital leadership Physician ...
05/07/2026

ABQAURP proudly joins in celebrating National Physician Advisor Day!

Today, we recognize the vital leadership Physician Advisors provide in guiding the medical team and advancing the quality of patient care. Your expertise and dedication make a meaningful impact across the health care continuum.

We also recognize those who have completed ABQAURP’s board certification exam and earned the credential of Certified Advanced Physician Advisor (CPHYADV), and our Diplomates with the Physician Advisor (CHCQM-PHYADV®) subspecialty certification. Your commitment to excellence continues to set the standard for health care quality. For more information about certification, visit https://www.abqaurp.org/ABQMain/Certification/ABQMain/Certification_Options.aspx.

ABQAURP celebrates the Power of Nurses during National Nurses Week! Join us in honoring nurses for their unwavering comm...
05/06/2026

ABQAURP celebrates the Power of Nurses during National Nurses Week! Join us in honoring nurses for their unwavering commitment to patient safety, excellence in delivering quality care, and continued advancement of the profession. The compassion of nurses is felt throughout the entire health care system.

Don’t miss ABQAURP’s latest e-newsletter! • Congratulations to Diplomate Elaine Jones-Connor on her 2026 induction into ...
05/05/2026

Don’t miss ABQAURP’s latest e-newsletter!

• Congratulations to Diplomate Elaine Jones-Connor on her 2026 induction into the Georgia Nurses Foundation (GNF) Georgia Nursing Hall of Fame™
• New Online Course Release! Partnering for Success
• New APA CBK and Updated HCQM CBK Online Courses

Read the entire newsletter here https://abqaurp.org/ABQMain/ABQAURP-News-Apr-2026.aspx.

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