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Indiana Medicaid EHR Incentive Program
On May 2, 2011, Indiana joined other states in launching the Indiana Medicaid EHR Incentive Program. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 authorizes the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to provide incentives for eligible professionals and eligible hospitals, as the professional
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AHA Issues ACO Assessment Tool
The AHA has created a report on accountable care organizations. It includes information on the potential impact of ACOs and the required key competencies needed for successful implementation.
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Report Lists 10 Things States Must Get Right on Reform
The National Academy of State Health Policy has posted a briefing called State Policymakers’ Priorities for Successful Implementation of Health Reform. It describes 10 aspects of federal health reform that states must get right if they are to be successful in implementation.
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Kaiser Family Foundation Health Reform Timeline
With the enactment of a comprehensive health reform law, the Kaiser Family Foundation has prepared a new timeline detailing when specific provisions of the legislation are scheduled to take effect.
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National Conference of State Legislatures
NCSL provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues. IHA recommends this website as a resource for health reform issues at the state level.
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The Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services launched a new website, http://HealthCare.gov, to provide the public with information about available private and public health insurance options. The website walks users through a series of questions, including state of residence, age, and job status, to
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