Lee Stevens | February 25, 2013
Online Interoperability Criteria Training Course is Now Live
The State HIE Program Policy Office and the Regional Extension Center Program recently issued Interoperability Basics, a 75-minute online training course offering in-depth information to:
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Dr. Doug Fridsma | January 9, 2013
One thing that I’ve learned in the government is that words matter, and sometimes, particularly in complicated or technical areas, it can be hard to use words that are precise and accurate. Sometimes we use the same term to apply to a broad range of concepts or ideas because it can be complicated to describe all the nuances captured by that work. Sometimes the words we use start out as verbs and then turn into nouns.
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Nora Super | January 4, 2013
More than 1,200 grantees, stakeholders, and other members of the public came together December 12 at the 2012 ONC Annual Meeting to discuss the successes, challenges and impacts of the wide-spread health information technology (health IT) adoption to improve care. This year’s theme, “The Meaningful Foundation for the Future of Healthcare,” evoked how meaningful use of electronic health records (EHRs) is enabling providers to thrive under new payment and delivery systems.
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Dr. Doug Fridsma | January 3, 2013
This week marks the beginning of a new year, and I’m looking forward to the challenges ahead. One of my resolutions is a renewed commitment to a broader conversation about all things standards, technology, research and innovation.
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Jennifer King | December 19, 2012
Two recent data briefs reported strong growth in electronic health record (EHR) adoption rates among physicians, with 72% reporting EHR adoption, 66% intending to participate in the health IT incentive program, and substantial growth in nearly all the individual functionalities associated with “Meaningful Use.”
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