Check FCC broadband map to see whether MU hardship exception applies

Why This Topic Matters

The guidance may affect whether certain providers must meet specific meaningful use measures, so determining whether a county qualifies can influence reporting and compliance workflows. The article is useful for professionals who need to verify eligibility using CMS and FCC resources without relying only on the examples cited by CMS.

Article Sections

1. Meaningful use broadband hardship exception

   Introduces the CMS broadband-related exception and explains that the update changes the threshold discussed in earlier guidance. Summarizes the general context for how the exception is tied to meaningful use reporting.

2. How to check the FCC broadband map

   Describes the external mapping tool referenced by CMS and outlines the general process for reviewing county-level broadband availability. Focuses on the search and analysis workflow rather than results.

3. Caveat and example results

   Notes a limitation in the map’s available filtering options and discusses why that limitation may still be informative. Provides a broad example of how county-level results are interpreted in relation to the CMS guidance.