Use screenshots, security analysis to prepare for meaningful use audits

Why This Topic Matters

Meaningful use audits can result in repayment or loss of incentive money, so providers and practices need to understand what evidence supports their attestation and how to keep it available for review. The article is relevant for compliance teams, EHR users, and practice administrators responsible for audit preparedness, security documentation, and communication with auditors.

Article Sections

1. Take a picture of your work

   Discusses documentation practices for supporting attestation evidence during the reporting period. It addresses recordkeeping approaches tied to EHR-generated reports and timing-sensitive measures.

2. Record portal action

   Covers audit support for patient portal activity and related documentation considerations. It also touches on data tracking and privacy concerns when third-party tools are involved.

3. Perform, review security risk assessment

   Explains the security risk assessment topic as part of meaningful use readiness and ongoing compliance. It includes discussion of updates, organizational coordination, and related documentation expectations.

4. Are you CEHRTain?

   Addresses verification of certified EHR technology status during the attestation period. It also covers proof of software changes and supporting vendor documentation.

5. 8 more must-dos to prepare for audits

   Summarizes broader audit-response and documentation management practices. The section includes guidance on organization, communication, retention, privacy, and notice handling.