EHR attestation site issue threatens some providers with unexpected 1% penalty

Why This Topic Matters

The issue could affect whether some providers avoid an upcoming payment adjustment, making the timing of attestation, hardship exceptions, and CMS website functionality important for compliance planning.

Article Sections

1. Meaningful use

   Overview of the attestation problem, the relevant deadline, and the potential payment adjustment issue tied to first-time meaningful use participation.

2. Fixes may come after deadline

   Discussion of CMS communication about the website issue, the hardship exception process, and concerns raised by provider organizations about delayed access.