ARRA-Related Activities for the MEDITECH Community

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 was signed into law by President Obama on February 17, 2009. This landmark bill sets aside approximately $180 billion in federal funding for healthcare-related spending. Included in the legislation are significant provisions for health IT to encourage physicians, hospitals, and other providers to adopt and use electronic health records (EHR) as well as other technology to advance the delivery of healthcare.

This unprecedented federal funding and support for technology-enabled healthcare will permanently alter the landscape of the industry for hospitals, physicians, payers, and ultimately patients. Understanding the requirements and opportunities in this stimulus package is critical for your organization. As a recognized leader in healthcare IT, Perot Systems can help you decipher and benefit from this new legislation with information, education, resources, and industry-recognized services.

In addition to the information below, a full view or Perot Systems' ARRA-related activities is available by clicking on www.perotsystems.com/insights.

EHR/ARRA Overview Material

The following information provides details about the stimulus package as it affects healthcare organizations and the "meaningful use" of electronic health record (EHR) technology.

• ARRA Services for Hospitals
• "Meaningful Use" Reqiures Clinical Decision Support
• The Perfect Storm--Of Opportunity 
• EHR - From Evaluation to Implementation Overview 

• The American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009 - Stimulus Overview

MEDITECH Collaboration

MEDITECH announced a joint effort with Perot Systems to supply the MEDITECH customer community with information and services designed to maximize their understanding of ARRA and how the legislation supports their IT initiatives.

• MEDITECH Leaders Meet with Blumenthal
• Planning and Preparation Essential for ARRA Readiness: Newsletter Article Featuring Two Leaders from MEDITECH and Perot Systems
• MEDITECH/Perot Systems Webcast::The Latest Information on Certification, Readiness Assessments, and Grants
• MEDITECH's ARRA-Related Website Section
• MEDITECH's Announcement of MEDITECH and Perot Systems Collaboration

ARRA Readiness Assessment Overview

Implementing an effective EHR system requires a holistic approach. Perot Systems' ARRA Readiness Assessment evaluates client preparedness for ARRA compliance and establishes a roadmap for meeting “meaningful use” guidelines by fiscal year 2011.

•  ARRA Readiness Assessment Overview
•  ARRA Readiness Assessment Newsletter Article by Patricia Bush R.N, M.S, FACHE, Director, Healthcare Consulting