By Kim Boyd – If you are or may become an actor under the information blocking rules, understanding these new criteria is imperative to protect your organization from information blocking non-compliance. There will be more enforcement of the information blocking rule on the horizon, so compliance is more important than ever.
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By Kim Boyd – The rule proposes several new API certification criteria aligned with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services requirements from the CMS Final Rule (0057) Advancing Interoperability and Improving Prior Authorization. The HTI-2 proposed rule would advance the certification of the following APIs required for use in CMS-0057.
By Kim Boyd – This game-changing proposal aims to significantly advance interoperability and improve information sharing among patients, providers, payers, and public health authorities. Let’s dive into the key aspects of this transformative rule.
By Pooja Babbrah – In a surprising turn of events, Walmart announced the closure of all 51 of its health clinics. This decision comes just months after signals of potential expansion, making the news particularly shocking and disappointing.
By Pooja Babbrah – The latest HHS Data Strategy was unveiled back in December, and it’s packed with updates that provide valuable insight into their priorities and where they’re putting their attention. Let’s take a look.
If you are heading to HIMSS next week, be sure to save time for the reimagined Interoperability Showcase® for live, real-life experiences from interoperability champions demonstrating standards-based solutions within both clinical and technical settings.
By Kim Boyd – On January 17, 2024, CMS unveiled the final rule aimed at advancing interoperability and enhancing prior authorization processes. This regulation leverages API technology to drive transparency, efficiency, and reduce provider, patient, and payer burden.
By Jocelyn Keegan – Healthcare technology policy, especially rules impacting payers, are coming at us at a fast and furious pace coupled with new enforcement teeth. Executives and leaders in payer organizations face a pivotal decision — Do they simply fulfill regulatory compliance requirements, or do they…
By Tony Schueth – Point-of-Care Partners had the opportunity to attend the latest HL7 Working Group Meeting held in New Orleans. Here are our highlights of the event, the factors that may have influenced attendance, and the themes of the sessions as well as our “Aha” moments.