Describe the migration path from a paper health record to an EHR.

Description should emphasize

• organizational strategy to implementation, including the use of Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Heath Record (EHR) Incentive Programs (also called “meaningful use” programs)
• investigation of vendors
• scanning of materials
• conversion of materials to electronic format. 

Process/Skill Questions:

• What was the main reason for switching to electronic processing of health information?
• How are the federal and state governments involved in the process?
• What is a certified EHR?
• How are vendors involved in the process?
• What are the processes involved in moving from a paper storage system to an EHR?