The ‘Exchange 101: Introduction to Direct Adoption and Implementation’ outreach materials are intended to aid providers and health IT implementers with EHR Implementation Step 5: Achieve Meaningful Use. The collection of outreach materials can be used to educate different audiences about health information exchange using the Direct solution in support of implementing care coordination meaningful use objectives.
This specific resource includes an overview for health care professionals and support staff of how Direct exchange works and information on benefits of and enrollment in Direct.
Distribute these materials to the appropriate audiences to educate them about using Direct for health information exchange.
The material in these guides and tools was developed from the experiences of Regional Extension Center staff in the performance of technical support and EHR implementation assistance to primary care providers. The information contained in this guide is not intended to serve as legal advice nor should it substitute for legal counsel. The guide is not exhaustive, and readers are encouraged to seek additional detailed technical guidance to supplement the information contained herein.
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