Interoperability in healthcare
Interoperability in healthcare refers to how information systems, devices, and applications access, exchange and cooperatively use data. Learn how seamless information flow among various healthcare organizations improves the quality, safety and efficiency of healthcare delivery.
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10 Apr 2025
Providers, payers struggle with CMS interoperability rule
Discover key challenges healthcare stakeholders face in complying with the CMS interoperability and prior authorization final rule. Continue Reading
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27 Mar 2025
Attitudes toward AI in healthcare improve, but concerns remain
New survey results show that physicians are increasingly using AI for clinical documentation, but many indicate concerns about the use of AI in healthcare for diagnoses. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2020
EHRs, Interoperability Must Evolve to Integrate Genomic Data
In an effort to maximize the benefits of genomic data, EHRs can enhance interoperability by promoting patient data access. Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2020
Integrating Social Determinants of Health into the EHR
Addressing social determinant requires integration of this information into the EHR. Otherwise, providers will not be able to use it for clinical decision-making. Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2020
VA Preparing for April Launch of Health Information Exchange
A doctor from the Department of Veterans Affairs explained why veterans should feel safe and secure with their health information under their new system, the Veterans Health Information Exchange (VHIE). Continue Reading
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12 Mar 2020
3 Consequences of Patient Matching, Health Record Issues
Patient safety, hospital finances, and patient privacy are all at risk when patient matching falls short. Continue Reading
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06 Sep 2017
NQF Framework Aims to Improve Interoperability Measurement
A goal of the interoperability measurement framework is to satisfy provisions of 21st Century Cures Act. Continue Reading