Meaningful Use
Meaningful Use - it’s the new buzz word that everyone involved in EHR technology is talking about. But what is it, and how do you achieve it?
The federal government developed the meaningful use (MU) rule to ensure that health care providers effectively use the tremendous capabilities that a certified EHR system can deliver. The government’s extensive list of criteria and testing related to MU may seem a bit overwhelming to providers, but the good news is that QIDE REC is here to help.
QIDE REC has assembled a team of experienced & knowledgeable professionals that will serve as trusted advisors to help your practice navigate through the sometimes confusing maze that is “Meaningful Use”. We have closely studied the final rule on MU and are ready to tackle it head on. Your QIDE REC coordinator will see to it that your EHR system is functioning at its maximum level and can pass testing and data submission requirements.
By achieving the milestone of MU, your practice will not only be qualified for the incentive funds available from the Stimulus Act, but will also be providing your patients with a superior level of care.
Please visit the ONC’s Web site for more information on meaningful use and standards and certification.
Provider Enrollment Chain and Ownership System (PECOS)
Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners — Have you tried Internet-based PECOS for your Medicare enrollment actions? It’s easy to use and offers a host of advantages over the paper-based enrollment process. Use the convenient Internet-based PECOS (Provider Enrollment Chain and Ownership System) to view and change enrollment information, and to track the processing of your enrollment application! And, because Internet-based PECOS creates a custom application tailored to your enrollment scenario, you only supply the information relevant to your application!
Using Internet-based PECOS Is Easy! — Learn how to use the system by visiting the Medicare Physician and Non-Physician Practitioner Getting Started Guide. And if you encounter problems or have questions as you navigate the system, there are several resources that can help. Don’t wait – Set your practice free from paper – Start using Internet-based PECOS today!
Toolkit Available
Regional Extension Center HITECH/EHR Incentive Program Inquiry Handling Toolkit
- PECOS Enrollment Required for Medicare EHR Incentive Program - One More Reason to Establish Your Enrollment Record in PECOS (Listserv EP)
- PECOS Enrollment Required for Medicare EHR Incentive Program - One More Reason to Establish Your Enrollment Record in PECOS (Listserv Hospital)
- Fact Sheet: Electronic Health Records – At-a-Glance; Achieving Rapid Adoption and Meaningful Use
- Secretary Sebelius Announces Final Rules To Support ‘Meaningful Use’ of Electronic Health Records
- Fact Sheet: CMS and ONC Final Regulations Define ‘Meaningful Use’ and Set; Standards for Electronic Health Record Incentive Program