decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2013 Issue 9 (September)
Ensure certification, installation of 2014 EHR technology or risk losing thousands
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Article Overview
This article covers the transition to 2014-certified electronic health record technology in the context of the EHR incentive program and meaningful use. It is aimed at practices and providers who need to confirm certification status, prepare for installation and training timelines, and understand the operational and financial risks of missing the required reporting window. The discussion includes how to verify vendor certification, questions to ask vendors about upgrades and implementation, and broader planning considerations for whether to stay with or change systems.
Why This Topic Matters
Practices that are not ready with a 2014-certified EHR on time may jeopardize incentive payments and face penalties. The article helps readers assess vendor readiness and implementation risk before the reporting period begins.
What You Will Learn
- How 2014-certified EHR readiness relates to meaningful use participation
- How to verify whether an EHR product is listed as certified for the relevant edition
- What operational issues to consider when planning software installation and upgrades
- How vendors and practices may approach timeline and contract concerns
- What broader vendor-assessment considerations may arise if certification is delayed
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Healthcare administrators
- EHR users
- Medical office managers
- Compliance staff
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