A certified EMR is a software that has acquired certification from ONC ATCB (Approved Testing and Certification Body). It is a process of getting the software tested on various parameters as stated by ONC (Office of the National Coordinator). The software is called ONC-ATCB Certified EMR Software
The Office of the National Coordinator (ONC), established and funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) HITECH Act, is in place to set initial standards, implementation specifications and certification criteria for EHR technology under the CMS EHR Incentive Program.
With the ONC standards in place, providers can be assured that the ONC certified EMR technology they adopt is capable of performing the required functions to comply with CMS’ meaningful use objectives.
The Office of the National Coordinator (ONC), established and funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) HITECH Act, is in place to set initial standards, implementation specifications and certification criteria for EHR technology under the CMS EHR Incentive Program.
With the ONC standards in place, providers can be assured that the ONC certified EMR technology they adopt is capable of performing the required functions to comply with CMS’ meaningful use objectives.
Certified EMR ensures availability of necessary features that can streamline the whole practice.
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