Electronic Medical Records (EMS) and Electronic Healthcare
Records (EHS) are the terms used to describe a paper-light medical office
environment that will get medical practices a payout from the government.
Medical providers that did not take advantage of Oregon and
Washington’s EHR Incentive program in 2011 can still begin participation in
2012. Qualified practices that did not
initiate EHR will still get the full $63,750.00 payout over 6 years of
consecutive and nonconsecutive compliance until 2016.
Practitioners must bill Medicaid to qualify for the payout.
Some restrictions can apply and in certain cases fluctuate. Dental and
Chiropractic also qualify.
The first step is to apply for a National Provider Identifier or NPI.
This is a unique 10-digit
identification number issued to health care providers in the United States by
the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). More information can be found at https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov
You then register with your state (i.e.
medicaidehrincentives.oregon.gov/OHA/mhit/apply.shtml) and adopt, implement, or
upgrade to a certified EHR system, based on the criteria set forth by the state.
You must then prepare to attest with your state of jurisdiction. Once you have
met the guidelines for EHS you will receive payment, and as long as you meet
the requirements you will continue receiving pay outs for the term above.
- The DocuWare Medical Records Division Product Group
- Finding “Meaningful Use” providers to suit your needs
- Workflow optimization assistance and training
- Selection of EMR software that meets your practice culture
- Back file conversion and digitization of client records
- Integrating your current assets into your EHS system
The Northwest Group (CTX, QBSI, Pinnell) embraces this process as part of our 360°™ strategy to
offer all areas of your business or practice our expertise in workflow
optimization. The outcome will be higher
quality, more efficient healthcare for all of us!
-Chris, CTX Solutions Specialist
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