The following resource is provided to help you understand how the HITECH Act and other provisions of the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act may affect your practice.
Understanding the “Meaningful Use” Regulations
By Elizabeth W. Woodcock, MBA, FACMPE, CPC
This white paper provides an overview of the federal government’s final proposed criteria for “meaningful use” of Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems in order to qualify for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement bonuses starting in 2011. Focusing exclusively on how the proposed criteria apply to eligible professionals, including physicians, this paper also provides physicians and practice executives with a framework for understanding the goals of the EHR bonus program and preparing to meet its objectives.
Five Steps to Demonstrating Meaningful Use of an EHR: Developing an Action Plan for Your Medical Practice
By Elizabeth W. Woodcock, MBA, FACMPE, CPC
The government’s incentive payment program for electronic health records (EHRs) began January 1, 2011. With thousands of dollars on the table, eligible healthcare professionals must be ready. Planning to implement a government-certified EHR system in your medical practice is critical, but the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires much more than just installing the technology. Eligible professionals must demonstrate that they are making meaningful use of their EHR, according to CMS’ explicit definition. This white paper provides guidance on creating a comprehensive plan to achieve meaningful use.
Patient Engagement: Achieving Meaningful Use
By Elizabeth W. Woodcock, MBA, FACMPE, CPC
This white paper focuses on the four patient engagement objectives for meaningful use - and how physicians can adapt to using an EHR to help inform and engage patients.
