June 1, 2020

For the fifth year in a row, the OBGYN Department at The Center-Greenspoint has earned the Patient-Centered Specialty Practice designation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

The practice was the first in Texas to receive such a designation in 2013 and has continued to become re-designated every year.

“This recognition means that we are who we say we are,” said Dr. Erica Giwa, medical director of the program. “The needs of our patients is our first priority and we deliver programming that supports that. We are so honored.”

Specifically the practice was recognized for setting standards that ensure quality, implementing programs that promote quality, improving vaccination rates and much more.

The award-winning team is a multi-disciplinary one comprised of MDs, pharmacists, behavioral health specialists, care coordinators, nurses and administrative staff.

The Center for Children and Women is part of Texas Children’s Health Plan. The two Center locations are full-service clinics for Health Plan members only, with a few exceptions for members of other government-sponsored programs.

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May 4, 2020

Texas Children’s Health Plan is continuing its pursuit of an accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). This is the most widely-recognized accreditation program in the United States and going through the process demonstrates the health plan’s commitment to quality.

“The fact that we are continuing our process in the face of COVID-19 demonstrates the high level of commitment we have to our members,” said Emmalou Torres Cabrera, Director of Quality Management at Texas Children’s Health Plan. “The quality of our care isn’t wavering due to this pandemic. In fact, we are working to ensure that we raise the bar even more so.”

The first big milestone in the process was completed on April 14 with the submission of 262 documents. The next step is preparing for the file review that surveyors will focus on during the virtual audit, which replaces the onsite visit on June 1 and June 2.

Cabrera extends appreciation to everyone involved in the process, with special recognition to Quality Improvement Specialists Rosendo Cardoso Gonzalez, Jeremiah Judkins and Joshua Fernelius.

NCQA surveyors will ensure that the health plan is meeting quality standards in the following areas:

  • Quality Management and Improvement
  • Population Health Management
  • Network Management
  • Utilization Management
  • Credentialing and Re-credentialing
  • Members’ Rights and Responsibilities
  • Member Connections

For more information about the National Committee Quality for Assurance, visit NCQA.org

May 27, 2014

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The Center for Children and Women has been honored by The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as the first obstetrics practice in Texas to receive the Patient-Centered Specialty Practice Recognition (PCSP). Practices that become recognized under Patient-Centered Specialty Practice Recognition have demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and clinical quality through: streamlined referral processes and care coordination with referring clinicians, timely patient and caregiver-focused care management and continuous clinical quality improvement.

“We are proud to be the first obstetrics practice in Texas to receive the PCSP recognition,” said Dr. Lisa Hollier, medical director of obstetrics and gynecology at Texas Children’s Health Plan – The Center for Children and Women. “Our care teams work hard to provide the best, comprehensive care for our patients and to empower our patients to become healthier,” she concluded.

Earning NCQA PCSP Recognition shows consumers, private payers and government agencies that the practice has undergone a rigorous review of its capabilities and is committed to sharing information and coordinating care. Recognition also signals to primary care practices that the specialty practice is ready to be an effective partner in caring for patients.

“The Center for Children and Women is honored that our operations and healthcare team meets and exceeds the qualities worthy of the Patient-Centered Specialty Recognition,” stated Tangula Taylor, director of operations at Texas Children’s Health Plan – The Center for Children and Women. “We continue to pursue excellence as we strive to find new and innovative methods to deliver outstanding care to our patients.”

NCQA is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of health care organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performances. NCQA is committed to providing health care quality information for consumers, purchasers, health care providers and researchers.