Stratis Health, a proud member of Superior Health Quality Alliance (Superior Health), is excited to share that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has officially awarded Superior Health the 13th Scope of Work (SOW) as a Quality Innovation Network–Quality Improvement Organization (QIN-QIO). This designation affirms Superior Health and Stratis Health as trusted national leaders in health care quality improvement.

As part of this award, Superior Health’s work will now span 14 states and two territories, supporting health care organizations that serve Medicare beneficiaries across an expanded Great Lakes Region and a newly awarded Northeast Region. The five-year contracts run through May 27, 2030.

“Stratis Health is excited to continue and expand our longstanding service as a Medicare QIN-QIO, improving the health and care of older adults as a founding member of Superior Health Quality Alliance,” said Jennifer Lundblad, president and CEO.

Superior Health’s Proven Impact

CMS selected Superior Health for its strong track record of delivering meaningful results— including helping avoid nearly 270,000 harms, achieving a 21% reduction in readmissions, and delivering more than $1 billion in value over the past five years.

Through this new contract, Superior Health will continue to provide no-cost technical assistance and lead community-driven quality improvement initiatives in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings.

What This Means for Minnesota and our Region

With this contract, Stratis Health will support efforts in Minnesota to:

  • Improve patient outcomes and reduce harm
  • Strengthen care coordination and reduce readmissions
  • Advance health equity and data-driven care
  • Provide hands-on technical assistance and learning opportunities

About Superior Health Quality Alliance

Superior Health Quality Alliance is a health care quality improvement organization serving the Upper Midwest and beyond. Superior Health bridges the gap between CMS goals and local health care needs—delivering measurable results through person-centered, data-driven solutions.