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Advocating for SDOH data standards to support health equity
Healthcare stakeholders have successfully advocated for updated race and ethnicity data standards, but more work is needed to ensure inclusive data collection for health equity.
HHS releases HTI-2 proposed rule for interoperability
HHS's HTI-2 proposed rule aims to improve health data interoperability with new certification criteria and updates to information blocking regulations.
Inside UW Health's generative AI pilot for nurse efficiency
UW Health nurses are piloting a generative AI tool that drafts responses to patient messages to improve clinical efficiency during ongoing staffing shortages.
How DirectTrust is embracing fax for health data exchange
Industry stakeholders are working with DirectTrust to create a data standard for secure cloud fax to address health data exchange barriers and enhance data security.
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Latest News
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VA extends Oracle Health EHR modernization contract
The Department of Veterans Affairs has extended its EHR modernization contract with Oracle Health, focusing on improved system performance accountability.
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ONC, HRSA modernize UDS reporting with HL7 FHIR
As part of a joint ONC and HRSA initiative, health centers are using HL7 FHIR standards to streamline UDS reporting and improve data accuracy to inform quality initiatives.
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Behavioral health orgs look to EHR vendors for integration
While many behavioral health providers are looking to EHR vendor tools for integrated care, interviewed customers reported functionality and integration challenges.
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3 healthcare organizations begin EHR implementation projects
Health First, Axis Health and Atlantis Orthopedics recently announced EHR implementation projects to improve patient care and optimize clinical workflows.
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70% of hospitals participate in healthcare interoperability
Healthcare interoperability is growing across hospitals, but gaps remain, especially in data exchange with long-term care and behavioral health providers.
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Large organizations drove 2023 acute care EHR market energy
While acute care EHR purchasing remained high throughout 2023, Epic was the only health IT vendor to achieve a net increase in acute care EHR market share.
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3 health IT challenges facing home health agencies
While home health agencies face distinct health IT challenges, collaboration and innovation are crucial for overcoming these barriers and delivering high-quality care.
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How Providence is streamlining quality reporting with FHIR
Providence is using FHIR standards to streamline payer-provider data exchange, enhancing quality reporting and reimbursement while reducing administrative burdens.
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How TEFCA could drive payer-provider interoperability
While TEFCA has the potential to enhance payer-provider interoperability, its success hinges on addressing trust issues and navigating complexities in data exchange.
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How an integrated EHR can simplify practice operations, RCM
Integrated EHR offerings with revenue cycle management (RCM) technology and AI features can help streamline operations for independent physician practices.