The struggle to meet MU standards continues, as only 38 percent of eligible hospitals and critical access hospitals have met a MU stage as of September 2014. More than 3,900 hospitals must meet Stage 2 measures and objectives in 2015, according to a release from CHIME.
Only 2 percent of eligible professionals have attested to meaningful use so far in 2014, with 11,478 attesting to Stage 2. More than 260,000 EPs will need to have met Stage 2 measures and objectives by February 2015, according to the release.
More articles on health IT:
Wearable sales top 50M, see 40% growth
ONC: Patients distrust EHRs, withhold information
The individual cost of a data breach: $19k
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.