The United States government thrust healthcare into the national spotlight with the Health
Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act in its landmark
legislation, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The HITECH Act
creates sweeping programs that aim to improve the health of Americans along five healthcare
priorities:
•Improve the quality, safety and efficiency of care while reducing disparities
•Engage patients and families in their care
•Promote public and population health
•Improve care coordination
•Promote the privacy and security of electronic health records
The act uses the existing payment structures of Medicare and Medicaid to incent and penalize
participating providers based upon their attainment of key objectives for the Meaningful Use of a
certified EHR.
How can LWSI help?
Departments such as Accounting, Human Services, Payroll, Scheduling and Clinical, working
seamlessly together, information shared instantly, putting your entire client delivery system on
the same digital page. This is what we do. This is what LWSI’s been doing for over 25 years in
community behavioral health agencies. With LWSI’s EMR you can focus on quality client care.
Certified as a Complete EHR, our system is the most comprehensive and advanced available. It
utilizes a single SQL-compliant database that works cohesively throughout the healthcare
environment, providing timely, accurate clinical and financial information anywhere, anytime.
The open system architecture and sophisticated system design guarantees flexibility while
continually incorporating the latest advancements.
But it's not just about innovative technology. It's about bringing personal attention and end user
workflow expertise to ensure the EMR is easily and successfully incorporated into your agencies
daily processes. And, most importantly, it's about better outcomes, safety and experiences for
your clients.
No longer will you endure the inefficient world of incompatible systems and proprietary
restrictions. Say goodbye to limited functionality, incomplete data, wasted time and the
confusion of systems not designed or inspired by you the behavioral health providers. LWSI’s
Essentia solution was inspired by you, for your unique healthcare agency. If you have
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ARRA CERTIFIED EHR SYSTEM
Both incentive programs require that an EP use an “ARRA certified” EHR or EHR(s).
ARRA certified means… the EHR product has successfully completed independent testing for up to 33 key functionality areas.
PROGRAM COMPARISON
Medicaid
Medicare
Maximum amount $63, 750 $44,000
Amount calculation Flat amount 75% of allowed charges
HPSA 10% bonus available No Yes
Number of years 6 5(consecutive)
Last yr to begin for full amt 2016 2012
eRx incentive in same year Yes No
Demonstrate MU 1styr – not needed
2ndyr – 90 days
then calendar year
1styr – 90 days
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