The proposed Stage 3 rules were released on March 30, 2015. This rule defines Meaningful Use Stage 3 which is intended to be the final stage and in this process to be required for all providers from 2018 and beyond. The rule includes 8 objectives (with multiple measures) and will require an upgrade of the electronic record software to the 2015 certification standards.
The complete regulation is available at Stage 3 Rules on the HHS website.
Editor’s Note: Subsequent to the publication of this article, CMS has renamed the “Meaningful Use” programs and MIPS “Advancing Care Information” category to “Promoting Interoperability”.
