decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2010 Issue 1 (January)
Why CCHIT certification for EHRs doesn't mean so much anymore
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Article Overview
This article discusses the relationship between EHR certification and meaningful use as federal requirements were developing. It explains why many certified systems were being reassessed, how CMS and ONC roles differed, and why practices and vendors needed to pay attention to changing certification standards. The piece is aimed at healthcare practices, EHR vendors, and coding/compliance professionals tracking health IT policy.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding the distinction between certification criteria and meaningful use requirements helps practices evaluate EHR readiness and avoid relying on outdated assumptions about certification status.
What You Will Learn
- How EHR certification standards were changing in relation to meaningful use
- Why CCHIT certification alone was becoming less reliable as a predictor of compliance
- How CMS and ONC roles differed in the certification and meaningful use process
- Why practices and vendors needed to follow federal health IT updates
Who Should Read This
- Medical practice administrators
- EHR vendors
- Healthcare compliance staff
- Health information technology consultants
- Coding and billing professionals
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