decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2011 Issue 7 (July)
CMS expects to finalize new e-Rx exemptions in September, but won’t commit
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Article Overview
This article explains CMS’s proposed update to e-prescribing hardship exemptions and why providers are uncertain about what will ultimately be finalized. It is aimed at physicians, practice managers, and billing/coding staff who need to understand the proposed exemption categories, the reporting timeline, and the general process CMS says may apply if the rule is finalized. The discussion also covers the agency’s comments on deadlines, claims submission timing, and how providers can respond during the rulemaking process.
Why This Topic Matters
Providers who may not meet the e-prescribing requirement need to understand the proposed exemption framework and the timing risks tied to final rule publication. The article helps readers track potential compliance exposure and the administrative steps CMS says may be involved if exemptions are finalized.
What You Will Learn
- The broad categories of CMS’s proposed e-prescribing hardship exemptions
- Why the timing of final rule publication affects provider planning
- How CMS describes the reporting and comment-process context around the proposal
- Which provider groups may be most affected by the proposed changes
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Non-physician practitioners
- Practice managers
- Medical billing and coding staff
- Compliance staff
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