CBCS Electronic Health Records

Question 1

Which federal law mandated the adoption of electronic health records by eligible healthcare professionals?

Accepted Answer

HITECH Act

Answer

The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act mandated EHR adoption and incentivized meaningful use.

Question 2

What does 'meaningful use' of an EHR require?

Accepted Answer

Using certified EHR technology in ways that improve quality, safety, and efficiency

Answer

Meaningful use requires healthcare providers to use certified EHR technology in specific, measurable ways to improve patient care.

Question 3

Under HIPAA, which of the following is a covered entity?

Accepted Answer

A health plan that pays for medical services

Answer

Health plans are covered entities under HIPAA, along with healthcare providers and healthcare clearinghouses.

Question 4

What is interoperability in the context of electronic health records?

Accepted Answer

The ability of different EHR systems to exchange and use health information

Answer

Interoperability refers to the ability of different EHR systems to communicate, exchange, and use health information seamlessly.

Question 5

Which HIPAA standard governs the electronic transmission of healthcare claims?

Accepted Answer

837 transaction standard

Answer

The HIPAA 837 transaction standard governs the electronic submission of healthcare claims (837P for professional, 837I for institutional).

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