Your EHR system is more than just a tool for storing patient records—it’s a powerful resource for optimizing your MIPS performance. By leveraging the features of a Certified EHR Technology (CEHRT), you can simplify reporting, improve outcomes, and boost your score in every performance category. Here’s how to maximize your EHR for MIPS success.
1. Automate Data Collection for Quality Measures
Manually tracking Quality measures is time-consuming and prone to errors. Use your EHR to:
Capture Data Automatically: Configure templates or workflows to ensure that Quality measures are documented during patient visits.
Generate Real-Time Reports: Use your EHR’s reporting dashboard to monitor your progress throughout the year and address gaps early.
2. Optimize Promoting Interoperability (PI)
Your EHR is essential for meeting PI requirements:
Enable e-Prescribing: Ensure your system is configured to send electronic prescriptions seamlessly.
Promote Patient Portal Usage: Use automated email reminders or text messages to encourage patients to access their health records online.
Health Information Exchange (HIE): Set up secure data sharing with other healthcare providers to fulfill HIE requirements.
3. Simplify Improvement Activities (IA)
Many Improvement Activities can be documented directly in your EHR:
Track Care Coordination: Use care management modules to record referrals, follow-ups, and transitions of care.
Monitor Telehealth Usage: EHR-integrated telehealth platforms can automatically document virtual visits for IA credit.
4. Collaborate with Your EHR Vendor
Your EHR vendor can be a valuable partner in your MIPS journey. Request training on features like:
Customizing templates for Quality measures.
Generating MIPS-specific reports.
Troubleshooting issues with data submission.
5. Integrate MIPS Data Submission
Most EHRs support direct submission to CMS or approved registries. Ensure your system is configured to:
Submit eCQMs electronically in the required QRDA III format.
Validate data before submission to avoid errors.
Your EHR can be a game-changer for MIPS reporting when used effectively. By automating workflows, optimizing interoperability, and integrating data submission, you can simplify MIPS participation and maximize your score. Partnering witha MIPS consultant can help you unlock your system’s full potential and ensure success in the 2025 performance year. Contact us today to see if we can help! 803-205-2544
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