5 Benefits Of Open Source Technology For MU

Mark Byers | Executive Insight | October 14, 2013

Founded on transparency and open standards, OS technology is a largely underexplored solution to meet MU criteria

OPEN SOURCE TECHNOLOGY

In the quest to make health systems' EHRs compliant with current and approaching Meaningful Use (MU) standards, hospital leaders should be focused on finding a quality solution that delivers on both short-term requirements and long-term results. Oftentimes, the reality is that this is not the case. The focus on immediate needs usurps the long-term view, which can lead to innumerable issues down the line.

Founded on transparency and open standards, Open Source (OS) technology is a largely underexplored solution to meet MU criteria. By engaging specific types of OS technology, healthcare systems can reap five key benefits to further support financial solvency, comply with MU standards and enable add-on functionality to achieve future goals.