MIPS Promoting Interoperability Hardship Exception Application Guide

This guide provides detailed information about the MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category Hardship Exception application process. It outlines the eligibility criteria for individual clinicians, groups, and virtual groups to request a reweighting of their MIPS Promoting Interoperability performance category to 0%. The document explains the circumstances under which an application can be submitted, including insufficient Internet connectivity, decertified electronic health record (EHR) technology, and extreme uncontrollable circumstances such as disasters or severe financial distress. Step-by-step instructions are provided for completing the application, including registration for a HARP account and navigating the QPP website. Additionally, the guide discusses automatic qualifications for reweighting and the documentation requirements for applicants. It also addresses frequently asked questions regarding application status updates and corrections to submitted applications, ensuring that users have comprehensive guidance throughout the process.