Welcome to the Healthfirst Quality Incentive Program!

Posted May 11, 2026

We’re here to support you and the care you provide to Healthfirst members.

The goal of the Healthfirst Quality Incentive Program (HQIP) is to support Healthfirst providers in delivering excellent health outcomes and a superior patient experience for our members.

HQIP Program Overview

Watch this video for an overview of the HQIP program structure, the types of measures included, and key details you need to know.

HQIP Resources

These resources are available to support your success in the HQIP:

HQIP Guide
Quality Measures Guidebook
HEDIS Codebook
Incentive Payment Details - your program's payment details guide is available in the Healthfirst Quality App, Announcement and Resources section

Healthfirst Quality App

Existing Availity Essentials Users: If you already have an Availity Essentials account, sign in using your existing User ID and password to access Healthfirst-specific features. Sign in here.

New Availity Essentials Users: If you do not have an account, register to gain access. Register here.

Quality App Resources

The Quality App Fact Sheet has more information about this useful tool.

Provider Reminder!

Providers who use the Quality App at least once a month earn 2x more incentives on average compared to those who log in less than once a month.

Questions?

Quality-specific questions: email clinicalquality@healthfirst.org
General support: contact your Network Account Manager, or Provider Services at 1-888-801-1660, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm, with your Tax ID Number (TIN).