decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2004 Issue 4 (April)
Electronic Prescribing Approved by Stark II
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Article Overview
This article covers a 2004 Stark II rule change that created a new exception for certain health information technology arrangements involving physician practices and designated health services. It is relevant to physicians, practice managers, compliance staff, and health information technology stakeholders who need a broad understanding of the policy context, affected parties, and the general conditions discussed in the rule.
Why This Topic Matters
The topic matters because it addresses how federal fraud-and-abuse policy intersects with the adoption of electronic prescribing and electronic medical record tools, which can affect practice operations and compliance planning.
What You Will Learn
- The regulatory context behind the Stark II exception discussed in the article
- Which types of health information technology arrangements are the focus of the policy
- The general compliance and policy considerations associated with the rule
- Why the change was viewed as relevant to e-prescribing adoption and practice costs
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical practice administrators
- Compliance officers
- Health information management professionals
- Healthcare policy readers
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