MBSCR - Frequently Asked Questions

The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer (MBSCR) is responsible for collecting, validating, and submitting clinical data to the MBSAQIP registry. Accurate and timely data entry is essential for maintaining program accreditation, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and meeting national reporting requirements.

Outsourcing and Fractional models allows hospitals to maintain MBSAQIP compliance while reducing administrative burden and cost. It eliminates the need for full-time onsite staff, ensures uninterrupted coverage during absences or turnover, and provides access to certified experts who specialize in bariatric data abstraction.

Hiring and training a full-time MBSCR can be costly when factoring in salary, benefits, and administrative overhead. A fractional or outsourced MBSCR model allows hospitals to pay only for the work performed—such as case entry or long-term follow-up abstraction—creating significant savings while maintaining data quality and compliance.

No. In fact, outsourcing can strengthen compliance. Certified reviewers stay current on MBSAQIP standards, ensuring data is entered accurately and on time. ClarityQCR’s team is trained on all current standards and supports hospitals in meeting submission deadlines and passing audits.

Each MBSCR is certified and must achieve a minimum of 90% on annual competency assessments. We perform regular peer reviews and internal audits to ensure consistent accuracy and reliability in every data entry.

Absolutely. All data remains the property of the hospital. ClarityQCR operates under strict confidentiality agreements and follows HIPAA and MBSAQIP data security standards. Hospitals maintain full visibility and oversight through secure access and regular reporting.

Our onboarding process begins with a detailed review of your current workflow, database access, and abstraction volume. We then assign a dedicated MBSCR and establish communication protocols. Once access is granted, data abstraction begins within days—ensuring a smooth transition and no disruption to your reporting cycle.

We offer fractional support models, where our team supplements your existing staff during peak periods, backlogs, or staff transitions. This flexible approach keeps your data current without the cost of hiring additional full-time employees.

For health systems with multiple accredited programs, ClarityQCR centralizes data abstraction to eliminate redundancy and streamline reporting. This creates consistency across all programs while reducing overall system costs.

Long-term follow-up (LTFU) abstraction often becomes the most time-consuming component of MBSAQIP reporting. Our team specializes in identifying, validating, and abstracting LTFU data efficiently—ensuring compliance with follow-up standards without burdening your clinical staff.

ClarityQCR focuses exclusively on bariatric data abstraction. Our team brings over 60 years of experience in bariatrics—working directly with hospitals and MBSAQIP programs nationwide. We understand both the operational and clinical sides of bariatric accreditation, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and cost savings.