Key components of the ARRA/HITECH/MACRA laws and mandates and will discuss how these requirements impact healthcare organizations today. Please review the above listed sources as they provide a solid basis . In addition, there is an abundance of information available for you to read on the ARRA/HITECH/MACRA.

address the following items:

1. 1. What is the purpose of HITECH and what are the core programs associated withHITECH?
   2. The vast majority of Medicare providers are required to participate in one of two MACRA tracks, the Merit-based Incentive Payment system (MIPS) or an Advanced Alternative Payment Model (AAPM). Explain and compare thedetails of both tracks anddiscuss advantages and disadvantages of both.
   3. Explainwhichprofessionals are eligibletoparticipate in MIPS and AAPM payment systems?Providers can participate as individuals or groups with the same Tax-ID Number (TIN), differentiate individual versus group participation?
   4. What barriers do you foresee regarding healthcare reimbursement as healthcare continues to shift further towards paying for quality healthcare and not quantity of healthcare?