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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions - Meaningful Use

Use of a certified EHR in a meaningful manner (ex: clinical documentation, e-prescribing, etc.); Use of certified EHR technology for electronic exchange of health information; Use of certified EHR technology to submit clinical quality and other measures. For more information see Meaningful Use section

Beginning in 2011, primary care providers who meet the following criteria will be eligible for the incentives:
•   Use of a certified EHR to achieve meaningful use;
•   Exchange health information to improve the quality of care; and report on quality measures.
•   Beginning in 2015, penalties will occur for not meeting the above criteria.
For more information see Meaningful Use section

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus package includes financial incentives for healthcare providers that achieve meaningful use with an EHR. A maximum of $44,000 per provider is available for Medicare incentives and a maximum of $63,750 per provider for Medicaid. For more information see Meaningful Use section

General and technical assistance will be provided to all participating practices. A customized roadmap will be developed for each participant based on the results of a readiness assessment that will be completed at the early stages of participation. Participants will receive tailored assistance for achieving meaningful use based on their assessment. For more information see Meaningful Use section