CMS releases meaningful use attestation preview

Circle the date: Attestation for the Medicare EHR Incentive Program will begin April 18, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which has posted sample attestation screenshots and additional information on its website.

“Please note that these screenshots are only examples—the final appearance and language may incorporate additional changes,” CMS stated.

The agency will release additional information about the Medicare attestation process "soon," including user guides that provide step-by-step instructions for completing attestation and educational webinars that describe the attestation process in depth.

The last day to begin the 90-day reporting period for 2011 incentive payments is July 3 for eligible hospitals and critical access hospitals, and Oct. 1 for eligible providers.

The date when Medicaid EHR Incentive Program participants can begin attestation for adopting, implementing, upgrading or demonstrating meaningful use of certified EHR technology varies by state.

Click here to see the preview shots.

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