CMS 2014 CEHRT Flexibility Rule

Mark Renfro Jesus F. Ruiz

Rule Basics

In August 2014, CMS released a final rule that grants flexibility to providers who are unable to fully implement 2014 Edition CEHRT for an EHR reporting period in 2014 due to delays in 2014 Edition CEHRT availability.

Delays in 2014 Edition CEHRT Availability

42 CFR § 495.8 (a) (2) (i) (D) states:

For 2014 only, if the EP uses one of the options specified under§ 495.6(a)(4) or (h)(3), the EP must attest that he or she is unable to fully implement 2014 Edition certified EHR technology for an EHR reporting period in 2014 due to delays in 2014 Edition certified EHR technology availability.

Facilities Scheduled to Attest Stage 1

2014 Reporting Options:

1. 2014 Stage 1 objectives and 2014 CQMs2. 2013 Stage 1 objectives and 2013 CQMs*

*Must attest CQMs through Registration & Attestation System

Facilities Scheduled to Attest Stage 2

2014 Reporting Options:

1. 2014 Stage 2 objectives and 2014 CQMs2. 2014 Stage 1 objectives and 2014 CQMs3. 2013 Stage 1 objectives and 2013 CQMs*

*Must attest CQMs through Registration & Attestation System