Back up your meaningful use documentation to prepare for CMS audits

Why This Topic Matters

Providers who received meaningful use incentive payments may later be asked to prove their attestation data and supporting documentation. Proper record retention can help practices respond quickly to audits and reduce the risk of repayment or additional scrutiny.

Article Sections

1. Electronic health records

   Introduces the audit context for electronic health record-related meaningful use attestation and the organizations involved in the review process.

2. 3 steps to prepare for an MU audit

   Summarizes broad preparation activities for audit readiness, including vendor support, certification verification, and retaining documentation for exclusions.

3. Audited meaningful use documentation sample

   Shows the type of summary reporting discussed in the article and the kind of attestation information practices may be expected to retain.