Allowable Investments Search Tool

Identifying allowable investments for a SHIP-eligible hospital does not have to be a daunting task! This search tool created by SHIP-TA through the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy helps state coordinators and hospitals navigate the possibilities.
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Medicare Beneficiary Quality Improvement Project (MBQIP)

PO Pre-Approval
Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) Investment

Updated September 2023

Allowable MBQIP activities include vendor fees for HCAHPS surveys.

Note: This category is consistently under review, and we encourage SHIP Coordinators to email SHIP-TA@ruralcenter.org and copy your SHIP Project Officer with questions or concerns.

See also: HCAHPS Surveys, Surveys and Assessments

Requires project officer pre-approval.

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