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Begin by filling in the blank for the County Health Department name at the top of the agreement. This identifies your local health department.
Review the responsibilities outlined for both the Division of Public Health and your local health department. Ensure you understand each point, as they detail training and data management obligations.
Designate a staff member as the local lead or point of contact for NC EDSS. Fill in their name and ensure they are aware of their responsibilities regarding compliance and communication with DPH.
Complete the signature section at the bottom of the document. Both the Section Chief or Designee from DPH and your local health department director must sign and date this agreement.
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Which act established a requirement that data be shared as electronic health records (EHRs)?
The law that mandated electronic health records most directly is the HITECH Act of 2009. This legislation established: Meaningful Use Requirements: Healthcare providers must demonstrate meaningful use of certified EHR technology. Financial Incentives: Positive payments for early adopters and compliance.
What act was signed with the primary purpose of encouraging healthcare providers to adopt electronic health records and supporting technology?
HITECH Act Overview It was part of an economic stimulus package known as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). This law facilitated the transition of healthcare organizations from paper records to electronic health records (EHRs).
What does the HITECH Act of 2009 require?
The Rule requires covered entities to report data bdocHubes to affected individuals and HHS Office for Civil Rights, and requires business associates to report all data bdocHubes to the covered entity. Prior to HITECH, HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) most commonly learned about data bdocHubes via patient complaints.
Which federal act was developed to promote and expand the use of health information, specifically the use of electronic health records (EHRs)?
The HITECH Act was developed to promote and expand the use of health information technology, specifically, the use of electronic health records (EHRs) by healthcare providers.
What was the purpose of the HITECH Act?
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act was enacted as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to promote the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology.
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