Nothing like a snappy headline to grab your attention, no? As sensational as it may sound, it is actually true in a very unique circumstance. If you have never demonstrated meaningful use, but intend … [Read more...]
Avoiding the CMS eRx Penalty: A Reasonable Solution Emerges
Insomniacs around the country rejoiced last week with the publication of the 1,362 page final rule, which included the 2013 Medicare PFS. Buried in this haystack is an expansion for the exemptions to … [Read more...]
eRx Progress Report
Previously I have referenced Daniel Pink’s bestseller Drive. In his book, Pink suggests that classic carrot-and-stick incentive programs work well for menial tasks, but often create the wrong response … [Read more...]
Two Months Remain to Avoid the 2013 eRx Haircut
I have written so many times about the eRx penalty that many of you must be tired of hearing about it. If that’s the case, stop reading now and come back next week! Of course I am kidding as I have … [Read more...]
eRx: Is It Worth the Pain?
I spend a lot of time talking to nephrologists about electronic health records. Some of these docs have used an EHR for over 15 years; others have been using paper charts for 30 years and are just … [Read more...]
2012 eRx Penalty: How to Avoid the Naughty List
As the first month of the New Year draws to a close, I thought I would remind everyone about a topic that for some has become a bit of a sore spot. 2012 represents the first year CMS will impose a … [Read more...]
CMS eRX Incentive Program: 2012 & Beyond
With great anticipation, the final rule for the 2012 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) arrived on November 2. Weighing in at 1,235 double-spaced pages, the PFS offers something for everyone. I do … [Read more...]
