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What is "Certified EHR Technology"?
Certification for the Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs
The Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs require the use of certified EHR technology. Standards, implementation specifications, and certification criteria for EHR technology have been adopted by the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. EHR technology must be tested and certified by an Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) Authorized Testing and Certification Body (ATCB) in order for a provider to qualify for EHR incentive payments. Click List of Certified EHR Technology (CHPL)
IMPORTANT: Even if you are already using EHR technology, it must be tested and certified by an ONC-ATCB specifically for the Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs.
Where to find Certified EHR Technology for the Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs
EHR technologies that meet the certification requirements for the Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs are listed on the ONC Web site. Click "List of Certified EHR Technology (CHPL)" in the "Related Links Outside CMS" section below.
REMEMBER: You do not need to have your certified EHR technology in place to register for the EHR incentive programs! However, you must adopt, implement, upgrade, or successfully demonstrate meaningful use of certified EHR technology under the Medicaid EHR Incentive Program and successfully demonstrate meaningful use of certified EHR technology under the Medicare EHR Incentive Program before you can receive an EHR incentive payment.
