decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2010 Issue 7 (July)
Start earning EHR bonuses in 2011
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Article Overview
This article covers the federal EHR Incentive Program for eligible professionals, with an emphasis on when incentives begin, how payment timing affects potential bonus amounts, and when Medicare payment adjustments may begin. It is relevant for physicians, practice administrators, and coding/compliance staff tracking meaningful use, incentive program eligibility, and related policy timelines.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding the incentive and penalty timeline helps practices plan EHR adoption, assess which program may apply, and anticipate changes in Medicare reimbursement tied to meaningful use reporting.
What You Will Learn
- How the EHR Incentive Program timing affects potential payments
- The general structure of Medicare and Medicaid incentive pathways
- When Medicare payment adjustments associated with meaningful use may begin
- What the article says about hardship exemptions and annual exemption requests
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice administrators
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Compliance staff
- Revenue cycle staff
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