MU Stage1 Final Rule - Authentication

SECTION #  Section 170.302(t)—Authentication

MU OBJECTIVE Protect electronic health information created or maintained by the certified EHR technology through the implementation of appropriate technical capabilities.

MU STAGE 1 MEASURE Conduct or review a security risk analysis per 45 CFR 164.308 (a)(1) and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of its risk management process.

CERTIFICATION CRITERION Final Rule Text: §170.302(t). Authentication. Verify that a person or entity seeking access to electronic health information is the one claimed and is authorized to access such information.

STANDARDS 45 CFR 164.308 http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/cfr_2003/octqtr/pdf/45cfr164.308.pdf

TEST CRITERIA # §170.302(t) http://healthcare.nist.gov/docs/170.302.t_Authentication_v1.1.pdf

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