Which HITECH program supports health reform efforts that emphasize use of health information technology?

• A. Virtual Physician Programming
• B. Clinical TECH Modeling Centers
• C. Curriculum Development Centers
• D. HITECH Doctor television programming

Answer: (C)

A key idea here is that widespread health information technology adoption requires a well-trained workforce. HITECH supported programs that build this capacity by creating and sharing educational materials and curricula so clinicians, health IT professionals, and staff know how to implement and use HIT effectively, including electronic health records, meaningful use criteria, and data exchange.

Curriculum Development Centers fit this role best because they focus on developing the training content and curricula needed to prepare the health workforce to adopt and optimally use health information technology. By providing standardized education, these centers help health organizations move toward reform goals that rely on HIT to improve quality, safety, and efficiency.

The other options aren’t established or focused on this educational/training function, so they don’t align with the aim of enabling health reform through HIT adoption.