Institute:Office of National Coordinator (ONC) Workforce Training Curriculum
Component:Introduction to Health Care and Public Health in the U.S.
Unit:Meaningful Use
Lecture:What is Meaningful Use?
Slide content:Additional Payment for Medicare EPs in Health Professional Shortage Areas https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Legislation/EHRIncentivePrograms/Downloads/MLN_MedicareEHRProgram_TipSheet_EP.pdf 16 These EPs can receive up to $ 48,400
Slide notes:Eligible professionals who are paid under Medicare and are practicing in Health Professional Shortage Areas received a 10% boost. In other words, they can receive up to an additional $ 4,400, or as much as $48,400 in total. 16