Government & Policy

With salaries rising as everyone pursues "the same pool of people," a veteran recruiter talks hospital hiring tactics.

Inventor of the modern mobile phone, Dr. Martin Cooper, says during a panel discussion that "the industry is still in its infancy."

The Department of Health and Human Services has released regulations today on accountable care organizations (ACOs). The rules will guide provider organizations in setting up exchanges of healthcare data to improve care and reduce costs, as mandated under the Accountable Care Act.

CMS updates Medicare provider directory with first phase of Physician Compare Web site.

Federal auditors will monitor CMS as it upgrades its computer systems and awards incentive payments to eligible meaningful users of EHRs.

Document corrects typographical and technical errors identified in the meaningful use final rule published in July.

Surescripts will verify that EHR modules for e-prescribing, privacy and security meet meaningful use and certification criteria.

CMS wants to change from a 'passive payer' of health claims to 'an active purchaser of quality health care.'

Harris Corp. will develop statewide health information exchange for Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

Providers can register for Medicare EHR incentive program, or begin to sign up for Medicaid incentive program in 11 states, on Jan. 3.