decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2010 Issue 10 (October)
CMS OKs third group to certify EHRs for meaningful use as testing begins
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Article Overview
This article explains recent developments in the federal certification process for electronic health record systems tied to meaningful use. It is aimed at readers who follow health IT policy, EHR vendors, and provider incentive program readiness. The piece discusses approved certifying organizations, testing activity, certification categories, and the timing of product availability, all in broad terms without providing operational coding guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
EHR certification affected which products could support meaningful use and help providers qualify for incentive payments. Understanding the certification landscape was important for vendors, health systems, and organizations tracking federal health IT requirements.
What You Will Learn
- How federal approval for EHR certification bodies was expanding
- What broad types of EHR products were being tested and certified
- How certification activity related to meaningful use readiness and incentive programs
- What general timing expectations existed for certified products and testing
Who Should Read This
- Health IT professionals
- EHR vendors
- Hospital and physician practice administrators
- Compliance and reimbursement staff
- Coding and revenue cycle professionals tracking health IT policy
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