In December of 2014, Massachusetts finalized a state law that requires physicians to demonstrate proficiency in using EHRs and/or being a “meaningful user” under the Department of Health and Human Services’ Meaningful Use Electronic Health Record Incentive Program (“Meaningful Use Program”) as a condition of licensure.
Massachusetts’ changes to the license requirements are another indication of how the Meaningful Use Program is shifting from an incentive program to a long-term compliance program. Health care providers, including those outside of Massachusetts, should weigh the importance of a compliance initiative for the Meaningful Use Program and have a firm understanding of how the Meaningful Use Program will affect clinical operations.
If you have questions regarding the Meaningful Use Program, please contact:
- Jeff Short at (317) 977-1413 or jshort@wp.hallrender.com;
- Ammon Fillmore at (317) 977-1492 or afillmore@wp.hallrender.com; or
- Your regular Hall Render attorney.
