IPIP is a state-based, nationally led quality improvement initiative. It brings together technology, data, and proven quality improvement methods to help physicians give their patients the best possible care.

The IPIP program incorporates:

• National measures for diabetes and asthma
• Use of registries to manage patient populations
• Monthly data reporting and aggregate summary
• Quality Improvement Coaches working with practices
• Learning collaboratives
• Decision support tools, such as a visit planner
• A flow diagram and protocols to standardize care
• Frequent monitoring of protocol use to track reliability
• Self-management support to engage patients in care

Physicians who participate in IPIP receive:

• Quality Improvement Coach (QIC)
• QI support from a national expert team
• Monthly aggregate report on IPIP measures
• Practice explorer to compare performance to peers
• Opportunity to receive Part IV credit for MOC & CME credit
• Link to NCQA recognition programs and P4P initiatives
• Tools to improve efficiency and quality