Wiki Electronic Signatures

[PATTYANNSNOW]

Is an electronic signature valid if it only states: electronically signed - doctor's name, and date and time? Or does it need the electronic mark or electronic handwritten signature attached also? Any links to written instructions would be appreciated.

 

[mhstrauss]

Is an electronic signature valid if it only states: electronically signed - doctor's name, and date and time? Or does it need the electronic mark or electronic handwritten signature attached also? Any links to written instructions would be appreciated.

This comes from WPS Medicare's site, per CMS Signature Requirements:

Medicare Requirements for Valid Signatures
Acceptable methods of signing records/test orders and findings include:
Handwritten
Electronic:
Electronic signatures usually contain date and timestamps and include printed statements (e.g., 'electronically signed by' or 'verified/reviewed by') followed by the practitioner's name and preferably a professional designation. Note that the responsibility and authorship related to the signature should be clearly defined in the record.
Digital signatures are an electronic method of a written signature that is typically generated by special encrypted software that allows for sole usage


So IMO, what your system puts is acceptable...ours is the same.

Here is the link to the page this comes from if needed:

http://www.palmettogba.com/palmetto/providers.nsf/vMasterDID/8EEM4Q2610?open

Hope this helps!