MINNEAPOLIS, April 23, 2008—The AMA is sponsoring a web seminar on "Financing Electric Health Record Systems: Should your practice accept a donation?"

The web seminar will be held May 14 at 1 p.m. Central.

In August 2006, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) passed federal rules making it possible for hospitals, health systems and health plans to donate health information technology (HIT) to physician practices. Yet recent reports show that only four percent of physician practices have functional electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.

The web conference will explore the ins and outs of donation agreements and the Stark law and Anti-Kickback Statute requirements—ultimately helping your practice decide if accepting a donation is the right move.

There is a $95 fee for AMA members.

Program format: 60-minute web conference, including a 20-minute question and answer period.

CME Credit Available: Designated for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM.