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January 2016

Office-Based Docs' Use of Certified EHRs Increasing, CDC Data Show

Nearly 75% of office-based providers in 2014 had a certified electronic health record system, up from 68% in 2013, according to new CDC data, STAT News‘ “Morning Rounds” reports (Thielking, “Morning Rounds,” STAT News, 1/27). Eligible professionals must use EHRs certified by the federal government under the meaningful use program. The program was created under …

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3 steps physicians say make practice changes successful

The new year is here and brings with it many—often too many—resolutions for change. While change fatigue is common, when the desire for change comes from within your practice, the results can unify your team. If you’re planning to make changes in 2016, use these three tips from physicians to select the right change initiatives …

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Meaningful Use Hardship Exceptions Bill Signed into Law

Providers will have an easier time claiming a meaningful use hardship exception now that S.2425 has been signed into law. Earlier this week, President Barack Obama signed into law the Patient Access and Medicare Protection Act (S. 2425), according to a White House press release. 2425 covers legislation regarding Medicare payments for certain rehabilitation technologies, …

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