decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2011 Issue 4 (April)
5 steps and early start can secure a big EHR bonus
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Article Overview
This article explains how practices could prepare for early federal EHR incentive bonus eligibility and the operational demands that come with adoption. It discusses the timing of the incentive program, vendor training capacity, practice readiness, paper chart preparation, regional extension centers, and vendor-led peer learning groups. The piece is aimed at physicians, practice managers, and coding/billing or administrative leaders who are planning EHR adoption and trying to understand what kinds of implementation support may be needed.
Why This Topic Matters
The article is relevant to practices planning EHR adoption because it highlights the organizational steps and support options that may affect readiness for federal incentive timelines.
Article Sections
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Introduction and incentive timeline
Sets up the article’s focus on federal EHR incentive timing and the pressure on practices to prepare for adoption. It also introduces the broader implementation challenge faced by practices and vendors.
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Five steps to prepare for EHR adoption
Outlines the main preparation areas discussed in the article, including training arrangements, workflow readiness, chart preparation, external support resources, and vendor-based peer learning options.
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Get started now before crunch time
Discusses the expected surge in demand for EHR-related training and support as deadlines approach. It emphasizes the importance of early planning and qualified implementation support.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames the federal EHR incentive timeline
- What general categories of preparation practices are encouraged to consider
- Why training and workflow readiness are emphasized in EHR adoption
- How external support resources and vendor-based learning groups are presented as part of implementation planning
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice managers
- Medical office administrators
- Billing and compliance staff
- EHR implementation teams
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