Memphis HIMA | 21st Century Cures Act – Patient Access/Information Blocking
Overview
The interoperability final rule was introduced in 2020 and enforces considerable compliance obligations on healthcare stakeholders, including providers, EHR vendors and HIEs. Despite the major changes of the rule, most healthcare organizations lag in awareness and preparedness for compliance. This session provides a comprehensive background and overview of the final rule and points out exceptions to the definition of information blocking. Speakers provide tips to collaborate with other departments and ensure long term compliance.
Date Published
March 2021
CE
# of CEs: 1.0 – Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy, and Security
AHIMA
This educational offering has been approved for continuing education credit for use in fulfilling the continued education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
AAPC
CEUs are accepted from programs sponsored by AHIMA national offices and the state or regional AHIMA branches. One hour of instruction is worth one CEU. A certificate of attendance or completion is necessary to show participation.
Instructions
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FAQs
- Access instructions for the course will be emailed to you within 2 business days following receipt of registration.
- You will have 60 days to access the course. If your course has expired, and you need an extension, please contact us.
- You must click on the button labeled “Mark Complete” at the bottom of each course page before the CE will appear on the My Certificates page.
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