It’s not too early to start learning about Meaningful Use Stage 2, test your basic knowledge by taking this quiz.
For many physicians pursuing the EHR incentives, 2014 means moving on to Stage 2 of meaningful use. Stage 2 is much more complex than Stage 1, with higher thresholds for most Stage 1 measures; core (i.e., mandatory) requirements that were formerly menu (i.e., optional); and totally new measures related to interoperability and patient engagement that will require revised workflows. It’s not too early to start learning about Stage 2, and I would suggest that physicians and their staff members take advantage of the abundant educational opportunities that already exist. CMS has produced helpful tipsheets and guides for providers, and you should expect your EHR vendor to offer comprehensive training programs on Stage 2. Another good way to learn about the new requirements is to attend a webinar—there are many, and I invite you to attend one of my company’s webinars that will prepare you well for 2014.
In the meantime, test your basic knowledge of 2014 and Stage 2 by taking this quiz. If you have any questions of your own, please comment below and I will be happy to respond.
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Evan Steele writes about his observations and opinions on the countless complexities that are challenging everyone in the health care industry on his site, EMR Straight Talk where this was first posted.
