decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2010 Issue 9 (September)
CMS approves two groups to certify EHRs for meaningful use
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Article Overview
This article describes CMS approval of organizations that certify electronic health record systems for meaningful use, focusing on how certification groups differ, what basic versus additional certification labels can indicate, and why providers and vendors should verify certified products. It is relevant to healthcare administrators, EHR buyers, vendors, and anyone tracking federal health IT certification developments.
Why This Topic Matters
EHR certification affects whether a system is recognized as supporting meaningful use requirements and whether providers can rely on product certification when evaluating technology purchases. Understanding the certification landscape helps buyers compare products and verify official listings without confusing different labels or organizations.
What You Will Learn
- Which organizations received CMS approval to certify EHR systems
- How EHR certification relates to meaningful use support
- Why certification labels may differ between organizations
- What additional certification layers may involve at a broad level
- How to verify whether an EHR product has been certified
Who Should Read This
- Healthcare administrators
- EHR buyers and practice managers
- Health information technology professionals
- EHR vendors
- Compliance and reimbursement staff
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