Difference between revisions of "Meaningful Use"

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exchange information in order to receive incentives from the federal government
 
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Meaningful use must be based on functional requirements that define a certified EHR, transactional standards that allow for information exchange, and data standards that promote actionable data.

Revision as of 17:02, 2 October 2009

The new phrase that will redefine how health information technology is used—“meaningful use”—puts a strong emphasis on the ability of providers to exchange information in order to receive incentives from the federal government through Medicare and Medicaid payments.

Meaningful use must be based on functional requirements that define a certified EHR, transactional standards that allow for information exchange, and data standards that promote actionable data.