Even though the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) included funding allocation for the implementation of EHR systems, it is not until now the money is starting to be distributed.
According to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services four states have been approved for the following matching funds.
- Kentucky: $2.6 million;
- Wisconsin: $1.37 million;
- Alaska: $900,000; and
- South Carolina: $1.48 million.
This will be an exciting and turbulent year for EHR companies and hospitals.