Expert Describes Steps for Implementing Meaningful Use Technology to Earn Federal Bonuses, Avoid Penalties
Meaningful Use is Here to Stay: More Radiologists Need to Get on Board, Says InPractice Article
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An article recently published in , a publication by the , outlines seven steps for radiologists to consider when planning for a successful meaningful use (MU) technology implementation. Radiologists need to act quickly to qualify for the remaining federal incentive payments available for meaningful use of electronic health records (EHRs). The payments are distributed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
The article titled , written by co-founder , addresses the important benefits provided by certified EHR technology (CEHRT) including standardized communication, transparency of medical records, and the ability to provide better patient care.
Dr. Reicher wrote the article to encourage radiologists to adopt MU and implement a CEHRT. The article clears up several misconceptions about MU and shares thoughts on how the field of radiology is affected by the quick evolution and adoption of MU standards.
“Although it takes some effort and investment to comply with meaningful use, I believe it is a blessing in disguise for radiology practices,” said Dr. Reicher. “In fact, a CEHRT that meets meaningful use requirements will both improve healthcare and make practices more efficient. But this will be true only if providers choose their CEHRT carefully.”
A Board-certified diagnostic radiologist, Murray A. Reicher, M.D., F.A.C.R., is a Fellow of the American College of Radiology and co-founder and Chairman of DR Systems, Inc. His 30-year history of innovation in medical imaging includes development of early clinical applications of MRI and development of multiple, patented information systems-related inventions. Dr. Reicher is past CEO of Radiology Medical Group, Inc. and Imaging Healthcare Specialists of San Diego. He is currently Councilor for the California Radiological Society.
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