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Where can I find a full list of certified electronic health records?

The Certified HIT Product List

The Certified HIT Product List External Links Disclaimer (CHPL) provides the authoritative, comprehensive listing of complete electronic health records (EHRs) and EHR modules that have been tested and certified under the Temporary Certification Program maintained by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC). Each complete EHR and EHR module below has been certified by an ONC-Authorized Testing and Certification Body (ONC-ATCB) and reported to ONC.

How to Use the Certified HIT Product List

There are more than 1,000 certified EHRs listed on the CHPL, which is updated as new products are certified. When selecting an EHR product, check the CHPL or contact your vendor to verify each EHR system you are considering is certified. Remember, you must use a certified EHR system in order to achieve meaningful use and qualify for incentive payments.

More Information

For more information on EHR certification and EHR certification process, see Certification Process for EHR Technologies.

Implementing EHRs – Selecting or Upgrading to a Certified EHR

How do I select a vendor?
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What should I include in a vendor RFI/RFP?
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How should rural health providers evaluate electronic health record (EHR) vendors?
When selecting an electronic health record (EHR) system, pay special attention to the type of provider and market that each vendor typically serves, as well as the amount of support a vendor provides...
Which electronic health record (EHR) system should I purchase?
The good news is that there are plenty of options. In fact, there are over 440 complete Certified EHR products for the ambulatory market. Consequently, the selection process can take time. The...
What does "interoperability" mean and why is it important?
The Basics A complex health care system requires diverse electronic health record (EHR) products. Interoperability refers to the architecture or standards that make it possible for diverse...
What factors should I consider when selecting a vendor?
Key Factors to Consider The following are several considerations for electronic health record (EHR) vendor comparison that Regional Extension Centers (RECs) have found useful. Consider these...
What are certified electronic health records? Should I only choose a product that is ONC-certified?
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What is an ONC-authorized testing and certification body?
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What are important items to include in a vendor contract?
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