REACH has posted a new Webinar.  Go to the HealthIT page to find out more on this Webinar.

The links for the Medicaid EHR Incentive Program have been updated for both Eligible Professionals (EP’s) and Eligible Hospitals (EH’s) to attest for the 2012 program year.  The date for EH’s to attest has been extended until 2/28/2013. Go to the Medicaid IT page for more information.

Attest by February 28 to Get Paid for 2012

Eligible professionals (EPs) who participated in the Medicare Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program in 2012 must complete attestation for the 2012 program year by February 28, 2013. In order to be eligible to attest you must have completed your 2012 reporting period by December 31, 2012.

CMS encourages Medicare EPs to register and attest as soon as possible to resolve any potential issues that may delay their payment.

Medicaid EPs should check with their State for their attestation deadline.

Resources from CMS
CMS has several resources located on the EHR Incentive Programs website to help EPs properly meet meaningful use and attest, including:

• A Registration & Attestation page that includes information on registration and attestation, and links to additional resources.
• The Meaningful Use Attestation Calculator, which allows EPs and eligible hospitals to determine if they have met the Stage 1 meaningful use guidelines before they attest in the system.
• The Attestation User Guide for Medicare Eligible Professionals, providing step-by-step guidance for EPs participating in the Medicare EHR Incentive Program on navigating the attestation system.
• The Attestation Worksheet for Eligible Professionals, allowing users to enter their meaningful use measure values, creating a quick reference tool to use while attesting.

Want more information about the EHR Incentive Programs?
Make sure to visit the EHR Incentive Programs website for the latest news and updates on the EHR Incentive Programs.

The Center for Rural Health has published the 2012 Environmental Scan of Health Information Technology (HIT). EHR adoption has accelerated since the survey was previously conducted in 2008, therefore, it was necessary to resurvey health care entities surveyed previously and also survey other health care entities/providers that were not surveyed in 2008.

There will be a webinar to help understand how to maximize opportunities to participate in the ND Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive Program on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at 1:00 pm CT.  Click here to register for the webinar.