PART B PAYMENT: 2010 Final Rule Simplifies E-Prescribing Process

Why This Topic Matters

The rule changes can affect whether eligible professionals qualify for incentive payments and how practices structure reporting workflows for Medicare quality programs. It is especially relevant for organizations evaluating EHR adoption and updating e-prescribing reporting processes.

Article Sections

1. PQRI and EHR-based reporting updates

   This section covers the 2010 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule changes affecting PQRI incentives and reporting options. It also addresses the addition of EHR-based reporting mechanisms and related implementation considerations.

2. E-prescribing changes

   This section discusses upcoming reporting changes for electronic prescribing under Medicare. It also notes CMS’s addition of a new numerator code for the reporting process.