Advisory Alert: Proposed HHS Rule Sets the Stage for Changes to the Meaningful Use Program

On March 30, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published its proposed rulemaking for Stage 3 of the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program in the Federal Register.

According to HHS, the proposed Stage 3 rule, if adopted, would simplify the EHR Incentive Program, give providers increased flexibility, and drive EHR interoperability. HHS in turn expects these improvements would enhance the delivery and quality of care provided to patients.

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