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We always pay close attention when policymakers publish roadmaps and action plans because it's a critical indicator of what may be included in future policy. Check out our latest blog for the highlights of the recently published FHIR Action Plan. https://hubs.li/Q02SZGHh0

Advancing Interoperability in Healthcare: Exploring FHIR, Bulk FHIR, and USCDI n today's digital healthcare landscape, the seamless exchange of health information is crucial for delivering high-quality, coordinated care. However, interoperability challenges have hindered the efficient sharing of patient data across different systems and organizations. link: https://lnkd.in/dszxDtbv #healthit #interoperability #healthinformationexchange #patientcare #digitalhealthcare #healthcareinnovation #datasharing #healthcareintegration #improvingoutcomes #coordinatedcare

I’ve seen a lot of changes in health IT over the years, but few things have been as impactful as FHIR. So, when ASTP releases something like their FHIR Action Plan, it’s really important for the entire industry to pay attention. This is more than just policy talk—it’s a guidepost showing us which way key policy-making agencies want to go, and it helps us all stay on course as healthcare interoperability continues to evolve. Our team did a fantastic job breaking it all down in this blog. If you care about where interoperability is headed (and you should), give it a read. And if you want to chat about how this will affect your organization, I’d love to connect. https://hubs.li/Q02SZzVg0 #HealthIT #FHIR #Interoperability #HealthcareInnovation #POCP #PolicyUpdates

This is a great overview comparing four different models for Health Information Exchange (HIE) by ⭐️ Christopher SKENE. Personally, I think that the Hub and Spoke approach is best. Why? The strength of this model lies in its alignment with existing healthcare workflows. Healthcare organisations have already established functional (although at times inefficient) networks for sharing patient data based on clinical necessity. These networks, whether operating through traditional or digital channels, exist because they serve real clinical needs between organisations that regularly collaborate on patient care. The Hub and Spoke model builds upon this foundation by: - Digitising existing relationships between healthcare providers - Creating central exchange points within established networks - Connecting these hubs to form a national network - Preserving trusted partnerships while expanding connectivity What distinguishes this approach is its recognition of established healthcare relationships and workflows. Rather than imposing an entirely new system, it enhances existing processes through digital transformation and leverages established clinical relationships. I believe this would minimise change management challenges and increase the likelihood of successful implementation. #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalTransformation #AustralianHealthcare

🚀 Transforming Healthcare with FHIR Standards 👉 Curious about how FHIR is revolutionizing healthcare data exchange and patient care? Discover why this open standard is key to interoperability and how companies like Itirra are leading the charge to make compliance seamless and impactful. 🔗 Read more to see how the future of healthcare is taking shape! https://lnkd.in/d6kURbWX #FHIR #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalTransformation #HealthTech #Interoperability #21stCenturyCuresAct #DataExchange #PatientCare #HealthcareStandards #HealthIT

To reap the full benefits of #FHIR, healthcare organizations need to adopt a strategic approach. Ryan McLelland (Chief Technology Officer at UHIN) outlines the paradigm shift that Health Level Seven International #FHIR represents for #healthcare data exchange. He also dispels myths (FHIR is not a silver bullet), highlights the benefits over older standards, and shares some of the steps required to reap the full benefits of FHIR, including developing a clear roadmap, collaborating with stakeholders, and embracing a culture of innovation. 🔥 Keep reading and let us know what you think in the comments 👇 https://lnkd.in/gtSSVpAG

📢 Exciting news for healthcare professionals! 🏥✨ I've just come across a fascinating article that delves into the world of healthcare standards and their impact on interoperability. 🌐 If you're interested in gaining insights into FHIR and how it compares to existing standards, this is a must-read! 📚 The article highlights some thought-provoking points, shedding light on the emergence of FHIR and its potential to revolutionize healthcare data exchange. It provides a comprehensive analysis of FHIR's key features and advantages, while exploring the challenges faced by other existing standards. I highly recommend giving it a read as it offers a fresh perspective on the future of healthcare interoperability. 🚀💡 Let's engage in a meaningful discussion on this topic by sharing your thoughts and experiences with healthcare standards. 🗣️✍️ I look forward to hearing what you have to say about this fascinating article! #HealthcareStandards #FHIR #Interoperability https://lnkd.in/e6GZbrpZ

Wondering how the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)'s new proposed HTI-2 rule impacts your work in healthcare? Alexander Zautke unpacks the key proposals which are set to enhance end-to-end interoperability in the US💡 Discover how the shift towards FHIR and standards-based APIs are set to transform US patient care and public health 👉 https://lnkd.in/eWKXgUZ4 #HTI2 #FHIR #Healthcare

I'm hooked on HTI-2 summaries. Thank you to those willing to unpack the 1067 page rule and summarize for the rest of us, including the amazing #HITLikeAGirl Book Club, where we unpack and discuss the rules. This one is a favorite referencing the highlights and timelines. Some follow-ups for me: - On the adoption of USCDI-4, additional data elements "relevant to behavioral health and marginalized and underserved communities." This is so important, and I support including this in the USCDI, but I want to learn more about how this and other types of sensitive data, can be shared only with authorized people. - Regarding APIs, I am particularly interested in the Prior authorization API. There is a lot of potential there, but there are tough challenges, some of which can be solved with terminologies. - It is exciting to see the CDC moving to FHIR-based data exchange and I look forward to seeing how that gets implemented. Thanks, Firely!

The HTI-1 Final Rule by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) was unveiled in April 2023. It has been two months, and many healthcare workers are still confused about what this means. To get a full breakdown of this rule, read this blog post! #HealthcareDataManagement #Interoperability