Quality measures.

CMS collects data on these two quality measures for ESRD facilities that are ETC Participants to monitor for changes in quality outcomes. CMS conducts data collection and measure calculation using claims data and other Medicare administrative data, including enrollment data: (a) Standardized Mortality Ratio (SMR); NQF #0369. (b) Standardized Hospitalization Ratio (SHR); NQF #1463.