The federal stimulus package includes provisions to digitize medical records. How is Massachusetts taking advantage of this funding and how will this program overlap with the consolidation efforts?
The Commonwealth has been a leader in electronic medical records and consequently, is strongly positioned to take advantage of the stimulus funding. Last year, Governor Patrick established task forces to prepare for the use of these funds. Recently passed legislation also created the E-Health Institute which will work to ensure we make the best use of that funding. While all of these efforts will impact IT services at the Commonwealth, they are separate from the consolidation effort.
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