Which is the primary way that U.S. federal government has encouraged improved information management in the healthcare system?
A) Publishing of guidelines for increased efficiency in filing client records
B) Tax deductions for the installation of new telephone systems
C) Reimbursement and bonuses for physicians and hospitals for adopting electronic health records
D) Grants for hiring office managers trained in health information technology
Ans: C
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As established in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, physicians who adopt and use electronic health records (EHRs) meaningfully can be reimbursed for their services up to $44,000 over 5 years. Similarly, hospitals that effectively utilize EHRs earn an incentive of $2 million through a one-time bonus. The other answers are not true.
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