Now that a critical mass of providers have health IT systems up and running, regulators and health care systems are looking for ways to engage consumers with their electronic health records.
Stage 2 of the meaningful use program aims to improve patient engagement by requiring health care providers to give patients the ability to view, download or share their online health information.
Under the 2009 federal economic stimulus package, health care providers who demonstrate meaningful use of certified electronic health record systems can qualify for Medicaid and Medicare incentive payments.
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