decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2010 Issue 2 (February)
Answer_Book / Quality_Reporting_Initiatives / Incentive program combos explained
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Article Overview
This article explains how several CMS incentive initiatives relate to one another and clarifies which program combinations are generally allowed or restricted. It is useful for physicians, billers, coders, and practice staff who need a high-level understanding of Medicare and Medicaid quality reporting and electronic prescribing incentives, along with the broad system capabilities associated with participation.
Why This Topic Matters
Practices participating in CMS incentive initiatives need to understand whether multiple programs can run side by side and what general EHR and e-prescribing capabilities are expected. This helps organizations align reporting efforts and avoid confusion when evaluating incentive program participation.
What You Will Learn
- How major CMS incentive programs are described in relation to one another
- Which broad categories of program participation are addressed
- What general e-prescribing system capabilities are referenced in connection with incentive participation
- How CMS and ARRA are discussed in the context of incentive programs
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical coders
- Billers
- Practice managers
- Healthcare administrators
- Revenue cycle staff
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