decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2010 Issue 6 (June)
Final EHR certification rule is out, meaningful use rule on the way
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Article Overview
This article explains the release of the federal final rule that sets certification standards for electronic health record systems and outlines how it fits into the broader meaningful use timeline. It is relevant to providers, practice managers, EHR vendors, and compliance staff who need to understand certification readiness, approved certifying bodies, and the federal HIT incentive framework.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers understand the regulatory step that precedes meaningful use implementation and how certification affects eligibility for federal health information technology incentives.
Article Sections
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EHR certification rule and meaningful use timeline
Discusses the federal final rule, its relationship to the pending meaningful use rule, and the general timeline for implementation and incentives.
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Certification process and vendor readiness
Covers the certification framework for EHR products, the role of vendors, and the operational importance of certified software for practices.
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Approved certifying organizations and public listings
Describes where certified products may be listed and mentions organizations involved in certification activity and applications.
What You Will Learn
- How the final EHR certification rule fits into the broader federal HIT incentive program
- What certification means in the context of EHR system readiness
- How practices and vendors can track certified products and certifying organizations
- What general milestones were expected for the meaningful use rule and certification agencies
Who Should Read This
- Physicians and other eligible providers
- Practice managers
- EHR vendors
- Health information management professionals
- Compliance and reimbursement staff
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