decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2015 Issue 10 (October)
Seeking an exclusion from meaningful use public health reporting? Prove it
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Article Overview
This article explains public health reporting requirements under meaningful use Stage 2 and discusses when a practice may qualify for an exclusion from immunization, syndromic surveillance, or specialized registry reporting. It focuses on the general process of identifying applicable registries, checking state and local resources, and keeping evidence that supports an exclusion claim if audited. The piece is aimed at physician practices, compliance staff, and coding or practice management professionals who need a broad understanding of documentation expectations tied to attestation.
Why This Topic Matters
Providers may need to show that they reasonably searched for reporting options before claiming an exclusion, and missing documentation can create audit risk and potential penalties. Understanding the scope of the requirement helps practices prepare evidence in advance and reduce compliance exposure.
Article Sections
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Public health reporting requirement under meaningful use Stage 2
Introduces the reporting objective, the types of public health reporting involved, and the overall compliance context for eligible providers.
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Common reasons for exclusion
Summarizes the broad categories of situations that may support an exclusion from reporting and describes the role of local registry availability and technical compatibility.
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Tips to protect against an audit
Outlines general steps for researching reporting options, documenting the search process, and retaining supporting records for future review.
What You Will Learn
- How meaningful use Stage 2 public health reporting is structured at a high level
- What kinds of situations may support an exclusion from reporting
- Why documentation of registry searches matters for audit readiness
- Which types of organizations may help identify reporting options
- How to preserve evidence supporting an exclusion claim
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Practice managers
- Compliance staff
- Medical coders
- Health information management professionals
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